I did many years ago, it seemed fine. Unfortunately the completed dash is still sitting under my bed waiting installation but the pad went on quite well. Certainly less flexible than the new ones.
Pb
Loosen the 6 bolts where the hinge attaches to the door and slide it back. Hopefully there is enough movement left in the captive nuts to get the door where you need it.
Pb
Click on the persons name to open up there profile and then look for the envelope symbol. Press that and you can send a PM.
PS a very interesting topic, I get the feeling Anthony may have some interesting information.
Peter