Repair Bakelite Glove Box Surround

[volvoguys]

While I hate to rain on the parade, I have mixed luck with glue/ epoxy/ jb weld etc. In my experience , if the bit requires stressing/ twisting the weakened spot, getting it back in place, it is likely to break. With my glove box surround, the repair failed, but on my steering wheel, the repair worked pretty well.
I was able to source another surround— its been awhile now, but it might have come from Mark— volvoguy. You really have nothing to lose with a repair, but know that the surround is available used— there might be some hunting required, but they are out there.
Good luck

Thanks for the referral, Andrew. Yup, you have a good memory as I set you up with a cubby surround in 2017.

BTW, at the time I suggested you try my preferred method of using Fiebing Leather Dye to restore the finish. If you did follow my recommendation, maybe you can share your experience of how it (the dye) held up after 6+ years?

Happy Holidays, Mark ..... volvoguys

 

[junkman]

I took Mike Kings suggestion of using rubbing compound to bring the original finish back, worked great. Original Bakelite was a cool color, the compound brings it back to it's former glory.