Post 638174 by ProStreetDriver on 2013-08-24 04:33:16
Video tutorial on how to repair the broken mounting tabs under the dash of a Volvo 850. This does appear to be a fairly common problem within the Volvo community so I've decided to provide on informative video on how I repair mine. When I created this video, the tabs had already been epoxied for a month with no issues whatsoever. Procedure: -ensure that the area in need of repair is clean of any dirt or grease -make sure you do wear latex gloves and have a wet cloth handy to reduce a mess with the glue or epoxy -using the Super Glue, generously apply it to the damaged area and hold it in place until the glue sets up and holds it's shape -allowing for the Super Flue to fully dry, you can now move onto the epoxy -you can tape off the surround area if you choose to ensure the epoxy doesn't spread where it shouldn't -I used Permatex General Purpose 5min Setup epoxy for this application, which is compatible with plastic -squeeze out the required amount of epoxy need -this is a 2 part epoxy, mix thoroughly to ensure the compounds will react with each other well -wearing a latex glove, apply some of the epoxy to your finger and apply to the damaged area -I applied 3 coats of the epoxy to ensure for a strong and durable repair -wait anywhere from 15 minutes to 30 minutes for the epoxy to setup and harden -allow 24hrs to 48hrs for the epoxy to full harden and reinstall the dash panel [video=youtube;oGcdjy0bKgc]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGcdjy0bKgc[/video]