Check out circuitmedic.com...
You can get an idea of the tools/materials needed and costs to repair FR4 boards. Working on flexckts is a whole other ballgame. 
Good luck

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> On Feb 23, 2017, at 8:28 PM, thewestyman <zolo@FOXINTERNET.NET> wrote:
> 
> Yes, I know of this fix.  Great.
> But it would be greater if I knew there is a tape that would conduct
> electricity and with that one could just bridge the gap.
> I'll keep on searching.
> Zoltan
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Dennis Haynes
> Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2017 3:58 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Re: How to fix the foil
> 
> I know this is an expensive option but it fixes the problem.
> http://www.gowesty.com/product-details.php?v=&id=24189
> 
> As I get older I have continuing less tolerance for electrical stuff not
> working and dash-warning lights and gauges not working especially drive me
> crazy. This kit solves the electrical gremlins and the white LED lights are
> awesome.
> 
> Dennis
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
> thewestyman
> Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:23 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: How to fix the foil
> 
> Hello all,
> 
> I wonder what’s the best way to fix the foil of the instruments.
> 
> I did once do careful soldering on it.  But I think, there should be some
> more sophisticated way.  Maybe gluing with some conductor glue.  Or using a
> tape of some kind.
> So, let me know if there is one, please.  These foils are getting real old
> and brittle.
> 
> Best regards to the most valuable List.
> Zoltan