In that you'll have to remove the dash to replace the pad which will
entail screws and the drilling of pop-rivets then, as they say, assembly
is the reverse of removal, why not try to get the whole dash.  It'll be
easier and quicker in the long run.

Another thing you might consider is adding a deluxe dash console which
effectively covers the old pad.

http://www.busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=46193

I have one in my '85 which has the same dash pad as your '86 and think
it's great.

Mike

Owen Brayboy wrote:
> Can anybody help me locate a brown dash PAD for a 1986  Vanagon?  I only need
> the dash pad, not the entire dash...mine was  purchased in San Diego and the
> long term sun damage has cracked my pad all  over.  Thanks!
>
> Owen Brayboy
> 1986 Westfalia GL
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