The interesting thing is, I took my non-cracked dash and had it upholstered with genuine stitched leather. It was a very big project.
So far, the only exposure it got was sitting in the garage - protected from the elements, but not from the temperature swings.
Without removing the leather, its impossible to tell if it has formed any cracks. However, I did notice a small uneven surface that could be a crack.
Being a picky bastard, I may remove the leather in order to remove the OEM padded vinyl. This is the only regret I have so far because the padded vinyl is the problem. Removing it not only eliminates any chances of cracking but also gives a bit more clearance for the vents - which has also proven to be problematic with fitment.
Damn these project cars...
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