Is Velcro a workable subsitute for drilling?

[Spook]

Has anyone installed any add-on equipment in their cab, especially the dash area without drilling? I was wondering if Velcro would last a long time and have the strength to hold items to the dash area without having things fall off from daily use. Is there another adhesive that would do the same thing? Maybe I should just go ahead and drill and mount things with screws. Anyone been there, done that? I'm still waiting on my truck and trying to get ready as soon as it arrives.

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[Darnon]

I don't know what magic plastic Ford uses but good luck getting stuff to stick to it. I've pretty much only had success with 3M VHB double sided tape.

 

[fossil]

previous owner taped something to the clock pod in my 95 SVT Cobra. The residue has defied all attempts and is still an eyesore to this day. I'd like to bitch slap the perp.

 

[BigB]

It might work for one of those dancing hula girls. I will say you’re basically dependent on the adhesive on the Velcro to adhere to the dash. If you live where it gets hot or park in the sun I don’t think it would work. It doesn’t hurt to try though .

 

[Last Truck Ever]

Response and suggestions also depends heavily on how, well, heavy a thing you're talking about. Cell phone vs kewpie doll? CB radio vs lunch menu?

 

[Mymaverick2021]

Has anyone installed any add-on equipment in their cab, especially the dash area without drilling? I was wondering if Velcro would last a long time and have the strength to hold items to the dash area without having things fall off from daily use. Is there another adhesive that would do the same thing? Maybe I should just go ahead and drill and mount things with screws. Anyone been there, done that? I'm still waiting on my truck and trying to get ready as soon as it arrives.

Drilling holes in your dash is a sure way to flush the value of your truck down the drain, But hey it's your dash

 

[supersecretTB]

Depends what and where. I've used Hot Glue. Sticks well enough and peels back off well, kind of messy though, and it is heat sensitive of course. 3M Double Sided Tape has worked for me too. Velcro can do the job too but it really depends.

 

[fossil]

Drilling holes in your dash is a sure way to flush the value of your truck down the drain, But hey it's your dash

with maybe this exception where it becomes a mod vs abuse.

 

[commadorebob]

Command strips. But honestly, I generally don't stick anything permanently to my vehicles. The last thing I attached was a GoPro mount in my Saturn and that thing is still attached.

 

[OleKennyRoy]

Pic rail on the dash is first for me... I'm moved on to M-LOK rofl

with maybe this exception where it becomes a mod vs abuse.

 

[rlhdweman]

I used 2 velcro strips to install a usb plug CD player in mine under the HVAC controls, I pulled on it a bit after installation & it's tight.

 

[UberGadgetFreak]

I don't know what magic plastic Ford uses but good luck getting stuff to stick to it. I've pretty much only had success with 3M VHB double sided tape.

I second the VHB tape.
Use some 4298 Adhesion promoter - it does magic things for VHB tape.

As for removing it - most of the good chemicals will bleach/white plastics like ether/carb cleaner, but what i've found works? Vinegar. No dying, but great at removing adhesive remnants, especially after something was bonded a long time and it gets hard to remove otherwise.

 

[Spook]

As a FYI for those wishing to avoid screws, I have found some Velcro that is designed for automotive use. I have not used it, so I can't comment on it but it is supposed to be able to handle the heat inside the cab:

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Velcro-Brand-Sticky-Back-For-Auto-2Ft-X-1In-Roll-Black/44022037

 

[Juanderosa]

Questions isn't what will stick but what will the stuff do to the plastics in your car when you remove it. I've used the 3M VHB tape but it all depends. Some adhesive if you leave it on the plastic long enough with enough heat you might never be able to get the residue off.

 

[AutobahnSHO]

I don't know what magic plastic Ford uses but good luck getting stuff to stick to it. ...

Same with my 2012 Honda Odyssey. No tape sticks to it, even command strips fall off.

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