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dmurphy68 · 07-04-2003, 07:00 AM

Ok here is the deal I want to do a totaly custom dash but my problem I need some Ideas. post some picks of custom dashes. below is a pick of what i am working with
thanks
Darren

07-04-2003, 07:29 AM

Is that a 50th ANN.?

dmurphy68 · 07-04-2003, 07:59 AM

nope, not that i know of It is just a pos panel truck lol
Darren

*Gee_Emm* · 07-04-2003, 09:03 AM

Looks like they cut it out to install a TV. :p

Longhorn Man · 07-04-2003, 12:26 PM

Hey! I think I recognize that one. It isn't a 50th, if you look at the door panels, they are 69 panels with the scrolling and no wood grain. (wood would make them 70)

67chevemall · 07-04-2003, 03:36 PM

Get yourself a tilt steering from a 80 camero or TA
Then some nice Stainless gauge set up (with mint Tack)
weld up the middle and the glove box and make it smooth and clean looking! If you moter sings ya won't need a radio!LOL

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XXL · 07-04-2003, 10:08 PM

This idea is already taken

Here's just a quick Pshop mockup. The finished dash face and top will be covered in padded vinyl, then the dash pad will bolt on, done in same vinyl, then a modified bezel will also be done in vinyl and popped on there. I'll post some progress pics of the bezel when I get a chance.

Kenneth

Truck Hippy · 07-05-2003, 12:42 PM

I think this may be alot of work, but I think a newer model dash say 95' up would look good in place of the stocker with newer leather interior. Classic lines with a modern touch.

Boones · 07-05-2003, 07:28 PM

if you want to get creative, look at some of the 49 to 54 chevy car dashes, they are pretty flat and may work or possible a early chevy pick up

TERRYP · 07-06-2003, 07:12 AM

Camaro Guages

dmurphy68 · 07-06-2003, 09:36 AM

thanks for all that have posted. I still dont know what i want to do. being that it is destroyed and I am going totaly custom with the inside and out of the panel i wanted to do something different. I was thinking of a late model firebird gages or going with the dakota digital flame gages set dont know yet dont want to spend 600 bones on the dd set.
thanks again
Darren

dmurphy68 · 07-06-2003, 09:39 AM

oops forgot the pics

dmurphy68 · 07-06-2003, 09:39 AM

or this one from d. d.

bouncytruck · 07-07-2003, 11:56 AM

I was watching (don't crucify me for this) Hi-RevTuners on SpeedTV yesterday and they were doing a sub/amp/NOS bottle panel for the back of a hatchback. They made a simple mold out of wood (just the basic frame) and streched the fiberglass mold fabric over the top of it. Then they coated the fabric with resin and they had a custom panel. Got me thinking about how easy it would be to use this stuff to make custom dashes/center consoles.
http://www.selectproducts.com/frameindex.htm (click on mold fabric)

XXL · 07-07-2003, 12:07 PM

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Originally posted by bouncytruck
They made a simple mold out of wood (just the basic frame) and streched the fiberglass mold fabric over the top of it. Then they coated the fabric with resin and they had a custom panel. Got me thinking about how easy it would be to use this stuff to make custom dashes/center consoles.
http://www.selectproducts.com/frameindex.htm (click on mold fabric)

Caught me!

I used a piece of wood across the bottom of the dash to "bridge" the gap between the two raised sides. After laying the face of the dash, I pulled the wood off and cut the flash off the middle bottom part, which gave me a hard edge for the middle. A few layers across there and voila.

Another technique I've used over the years, especially where the panel is going to be highly-curved is to build a solid panel out of green "plant" foam (try a craft store like Michael's). Then use heavy grit sandpaper to shape it like you want... the stuff sands easily, but don't breathe it in *cough cough*. After you get the final shape you want, cover it in Saran Wrap, then start laying on your fiberglass. After it kicks over, pop it off and you've got yourself a mold. Use mold release spray or line it with Saran Wrap and lay some glass inside the mold and soon you'll have your panel. Finish it off with a little body filler and then cover in your material of choice.

Kenneth

67chevemall · 07-07-2003, 01:04 PM

Nice Job XXL looks great!

dmurphy68 those fire gauges are awsome! You aren't running those are ya?

Jwill41 · 07-07-2003, 04:07 PM

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dmurphy68 · 07-07-2003, 04:35 PM

no I am thinking about doing something on those lines but not sure yet
Darren

Joe67 · 07-07-2003, 05:17 PM

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Originally posted by Jwill41
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That is a nice setup. I would add some of the white Auto meter gauges with the red bowties

bouncytruck · 07-07-2003, 05:59 PM

here's XXL's dash with one of the flame clusters...

bouncytruck · 07-07-2003, 06:00 PM

same idea but on your photo

dmurphy68 · 07-07-2003, 07:18 PM

hey bouncytruck

now what to do for the other side a ten'' tv that would look cool like your ps work
Darren

garthdader · 07-07-2003, 07:52 PM

Here is another idea. Stick with the stock look. Get a stainless dash insert from covan classic and the new 67-72 dash pad from just dashes. The dash pad covers the whole dash, has vent cu outs, AND has holes bnuilt in for 3 2 1/16 gauges. Check it out.

bouncytruck · 07-07-2003, 07:54 PM

Photoslop at it's best...

67chevemall · 07-08-2003, 08:31 AM

Deadly!!

07-04-2003, 07:00 AM	#1
dmurphy68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Middletown ohio Posts: 1,058	Dash Ideas Ok here is the deal I want to do a totaly custom dash but my problem I need some Ideas. post some picks of custom dashes. below is a pick of what i am working with thanks Darren __________________ The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference. When firearms go, all goes, we need them every hour. - George Washington No free man shall be debarred the use of arms - Thomas Jefferson Later Darren http://www.myspace.com/dmurphy68

07-04-2003, 07:59 AM	#3
dmurphy68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Middletown ohio Posts: 1,058	nope, not that i know of It is just a pos panel truck lol Darren __________________ The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference. When firearms go, all goes, we need them every hour. - George Washington No free man shall be debarred the use of arms - Thomas Jefferson Later Darren http://www.myspace.com/dmurphy68

07-04-2003, 10:08 PM	#7
XXL Señor Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edge of the world Posts: 5,367	This idea is already taken Here's just a quick Pshop mockup. The finished dash face and top will be covered in padded vinyl, then the dash pad will bolt on, done in same vinyl, then a modified bezel will also be done in vinyl and popped on there. I'll post some progress pics of the bezel when I get a chance. Kenneth __________________ Craigslist \| ebay \| Engrishtees \| www.myattitudesucks.com \| Follow me on Twitter

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07-06-2003, 09:36 AM	#11
dmurphy68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Middletown ohio Posts: 1,058	thanks for all that have posted. I still dont know what i want to do. being that it is destroyed and I am going totaly custom with the inside and out of the panel i wanted to do something different. I was thinking of a late model firebird gages or going with the dakota digital flame gages set dont know yet dont want to spend 600 bones on the dd set. thanks again Darren __________________ The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference. When firearms go, all goes, we need them every hour. - George Washington No free man shall be debarred the use of arms - Thomas Jefferson Later Darren http://www.myspace.com/dmurphy68

07-04-2003, 07:29 AM	#2
Linus0014 Guest Posts: n/a	Is that a 50th ANN.?

07-04-2003, 09:03 AM	#4
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,002	Looks like they cut it out to install a TV. :p

07-04-2003, 12:26 PM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Hey! I think I recognize that one. It isn't a 50th, if you look at the door panels, they are 69 panels with the scrolling and no wood grain. (wood would make them 70)

07-04-2003, 03:36 PM	#6
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	Get yourself a tilt steering from a 80 camero or TA Then some nice Stainless gauge set up (with mint Tack) weld up the middle and the glove box and make it smooth and clean looking! If you moter sings ya won't need a radio!LOL Just my $.02 \ Cheers Glug Glug Glue Blaaat!

07-05-2003, 12:42 PM	#8
Truck Hippy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Hickory, NC. Posts: 776	I think this may be alot of work, but I think a newer model dash say 95' up would look good in place of the stocker with newer leather interior. Classic lines with a modern touch.

07-05-2003, 07:28 PM	#9
Boones Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Charleston SC Posts: 47	if you want to get creative, look at some of the 49 to 54 chevy car dashes, they are pretty flat and may work or possible a early chevy pick up

07-06-2003, 09:39 AM	#12
dmurphy68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Middletown ohio Posts: 1,058	oops forgot the pics __________________ The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference. When firearms go, all goes, we need them every hour. - George Washington No free man shall be debarred the use of arms - Thomas Jefferson Later Darren http://www.myspace.com/dmurphy68

07-06-2003, 09:39 AM	#13
dmurphy68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Middletown ohio Posts: 1,058	or this one from d. d. __________________ The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference. When firearms go, all goes, we need them every hour. - George Washington No free man shall be debarred the use of arms - Thomas Jefferson Later Darren http://www.myspace.com/dmurphy68

07-07-2003, 11:56 AM	#14
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	I was watching (don't crucify me for this) Hi-RevTuners on SpeedTV yesterday and they were doing a sub/amp/NOS bottle panel for the back of a hatchback. They made a simple mold out of wood (just the basic frame) and streched the fiberglass mold fabric over the top of it. Then they coated the fabric with resin and they had a custom panel. Got me thinking about how easy it would be to use this stuff to make custom dashes/center consoles. http://www.selectproducts.com/frameindex.htm (click on mold fabric) __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-07-2003, 01:04 PM	#16
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	Nice Job XXL looks great! dmurphy68 those fire gauges are awsome! You aren't running those are ya?



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07-07-2003, 04:35 PM	#18
dmurphy68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Middletown ohio Posts: 1,058	no I am thinking about doing something on those lines but not sure yet Darren __________________ The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference. When firearms go, all goes, we need them every hour. - George Washington No free man shall be debarred the use of arms - Thomas Jefferson Later Darren http://www.myspace.com/dmurphy68

07-07-2003, 05:59 PM	#20
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	here's XXL's dash with one of the flame clusters... __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L Last edited by bouncytruck; 01-12-2006 at 05:09 PM.

07-07-2003, 06:00 PM	#21
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	same idea but on your photo __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L Last edited by bouncytruck; 01-12-2006 at 05:09 PM.

07-07-2003, 07:18 PM	#22
dmurphy68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Middletown ohio Posts: 1,058	hey bouncytruck now what to do for the other side a ten'' tv that would look cool like your ps work Darren __________________ The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference. When firearms go, all goes, we need them every hour. - George Washington No free man shall be debarred the use of arms - Thomas Jefferson Later Darren http://www.myspace.com/dmurphy68

07-07-2003, 07:52 PM	#23
garthdader Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Atoka, Tn Posts: 64	Here is another idea. Stick with the stock look. Get a stainless dash insert from covan classic and the new 67-72 dash pad from just dashes. The dash pad covers the whole dash, has vent cu outs, AND has holes bnuilt in for 3 2 1/16 gauges. Check it out.

07-07-2003, 07:54 PM	#24
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Photoslop at it's best... __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L Last edited by bouncytruck; 01-12-2006 at 05:09 PM.

07-08-2003, 08:31 AM	#25
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	Deadly!!

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