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bradf74 · 03-05-2009, 08:38 AM

CaptKaos.. I looked at your site and I am considering the dash cap over the new dash. Mainly for cost. This truck is not a show truck, just a weekend driver to hardware store, etc. I am converting from the red interior to black. Will the black cap completely cover the orginal red dash? Does anybody have a pic of the cap installed?

thanks

impalamark · 03-05-2009, 09:15 AM

I'm not in a position to post pics for you but having bought several of these

when installed properly they look just like a new dash pad and I think
represent an excellent value for anything but a full on restoration

any driver will look fantastic for about 100 bucks
MArk

jdurant · 03-05-2009, 12:42 PM

I've seen them and don't particularly like most. Alot of guys are getting there stock pad recovered in vinyl. I think that is the way to go.

87Bob · 03-05-2009, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bradf74

CaptKaos.. I looked at your site and I am considering the dash cap over the new dash. Mainly for cost. This truck is not a show truck, just a weekend driver to hardware store, etc. I am converting from the red interior to black. Will the black cap completely cover the orginal red dash? Does anybody have a pic of the cap installed?

thanks

I will have a picture for you shortly I spoke with my interior guy and he said that most people don't know how to put them on and that is why they are unhappy with them. If you look through this forum you will find a lot of people unhappy with the aftermarket replacement dashes. That is why I'm giving this a try I figure if it's not right my guy will make it right. once I get it from him I'll post a picture of it I may have it as soon as tomarrow.

flamingbig10 · 03-05-2009, 03:12 PM

I have one from classic parts of America, it's ok,

ca180 · 03-05-2009, 03:31 PM

I had one on my chevy, but the original dash was red. So any place that the cap didn't completely cover showed through. It eventually cracked on the bottom strip off to the passenger side... I took it off so now all I have is a nasty looking beat up red dash with black adhesive all over it...

I really gotta recover that thing...

**Captkaos** · 03-05-2009, 04:59 PM

I am looking for a picture.... I thought I had one.

bradf74 · 03-05-2009, 05:09 PM

Mark, that is kinda where I am. I don't like the red, but I am not willing to give $200 plus to change it either. I would like to see yours.

Captkaos, I would like to see your pics. If I go this route I will definatetly order from you. Also, how much for the pad that goes under the vinyl floor? My truck's floor is ok, but the pad was trashed.

**Captkaos** · 03-05-2009, 06:06 PM

The pad is sold by the yard, how much do you want?
When I find the pic I will post it. If you put it on like it was supposed to, you can't tell it is a cover....

paruszkiewicz · 03-05-2009, 07:15 PM

Here's mine just did it today. If you do it make sure you hold it down everyware.

The only thing i would have changed is i would have tried to order it w/o speaker holes. (I dont have any speakers in the dash)

Driveway Dreams · 03-05-2009, 07:21 PM

That right there tells me they work well. Looks real nice.

S10Fan · 03-05-2009, 08:24 PM

I’m not real happy with mine. Found it brand new un-opened on CL for 15.00. A sticker on the inside indicated an inspection date of 7/1994 so it had been sitting around for a while. The cover bubbles up in the sun then flattens back out in the shade, weird. I used silicon as recommended in the instructions.

The cover does look way better than what I had but I’m still looking for a nice stock dash. Or, I’ll just get a cracked one recovered.

Mine was certainly worth 15 bux, I’d expect a lot more from one setting me back 100+ dollars.

slugish · 03-05-2009, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bradf74

CaptKaos.. I looked at your site and I am considering the dash cap over the new dash. Mainly for cost. This truck is not a show truck, just a weekend driver to hardware store, etc. I am converting from the red interior to black. Will the black cap completely cover the orginal red dash? Does anybody have a pic of the cap installed?

thanks

Brad ,
just posted black pad on the parts board . Hope Im not out of line saying this on the forum . will probably get one from captkaos .

73chevyman · 03-05-2009, 09:48 PM

has anyone ordered a dash pad from capt.kaos and have pics i'm in need of one

**Captkaos** · 03-05-2009, 10:11 PM

A dash or a Dash cover. I only have 81-91 Dashes..

73chevyman · 03-05-2009, 10:18 PM

what is the difference with the dash from 73-80 to 81-91 something i'm not seeing plus i have a 73 lol

paruszkiewicz · 03-05-2009, 10:46 PM

here is a 70's dash I dont know if the pad is the only diff. but it looks like it to me i wouldnt bet the farm on what i say lol

73chevyman · 03-05-2009, 11:05 PM

that looks awesome man is that a reprodution pad or a refurbished

paruszkiewicz · 03-05-2009, 11:08 PM

i dont know i got the pic off the forum about custom gauges sorry

73chevyman · 03-05-2009, 11:13 PM

oh lol

bradf74 · 03-05-2009, 11:32 PM

paruszkiewicz.. that is exactly what I needed to see. I will pull the trigger from the capt pretty soon. Thanks

flamingbig10 · 03-06-2009, 01:10 AM

73-78 no vin
79-80 vin
81-87

84 400 · 03-06-2009, 02:00 AM

Mine is from LMC it is a cap and it is a POS. The Texas sun sure did not help matters but it is all wavey. They are a good fixed for a cracked dash tho

73chevyman · 03-06-2009, 07:12 PM

so due to vin thats whats different ????

killthewabbit · 03-07-2009, 12:32 AM

The other difference is the shape. If you look on the front down near the end near the door panel on the 81-91 dashes, you'll see a little kick-out at the end along the vents. On the 73-80s, it's flat all the way across the front.

Compare the two trucks paruszkiewicz posted.

81-87:

73-80:

The pad on the 73-80s is at three different front angles just over the instruments. The 81-87s are flat.

There might be more differences, but those are the ones I've noticed.

03-05-2009, 08:38 AM	#1
bradf74 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Summit, MS Posts: 56	Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed CaptKaos.. I looked at your site and I am considering the dash cap over the new dash. Mainly for cost. This truck is not a show truck, just a weekend driver to hardware store, etc. I am converting from the red interior to black. Will the black cap completely cover the orginal red dash? Does anybody have a pic of the cap installed? thanks

03-05-2009, 09:15 AM	#2
impalamark Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: cocoa florida Posts: 183	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed I'm not in a position to post pics for you but having bought several of these when installed properly they look just like a new dash pad and I think represent an excellent value for anything but a full on restoration any driver will look fantastic for about 100 bucks MArk __________________ the avatar was my 62 I owned for 27 years 84 chevy short short bed black 84 gmc long bed copper/ buckskin 88 chevy k5 blazer white Life's short make the most of it Mark aka impalmark

03-05-2009, 12:42 PM	#3
jdurant Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 679	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed I've seen them and don't particularly like most. Alot of guys are getting there stock pad recovered in vinyl. I think that is the way to go. __________________ Joseph 87 Turbo Buick 92 5.0 Mustang coupe 87 GMC Sierra SWB 82 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd

03-05-2009, 03:12 PM	#5
flamingbig10 6.0 powered square Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mesquite texas Posts: 3,459	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed I have one from classic parts of America, it's ok, __________________ Aaron 1980 c-10 short bed lowered, cammed 6.0, 4l80e 3600 stall, smp tune, wilwoods, and flames best time so far best et 7.86 @87 on motor 7.57 90 on a 75 shot Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283326

03-05-2009, 03:31 PM	#6
ca180 tryin to get laid Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: OK Posts: 198	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed I had one on my chevy, but the original dash was red. So any place that the cap didn't completely cover showed through. It eventually cracked on the bottom strip off to the passenger side... I took it off so now all I have is a nasty looking beat up red dash with black adhesive all over it... I really gotta recover that thing...

03-05-2009, 04:59 PM	#7
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed I am looking for a picture.... I thought I had one. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

03-05-2009, 05:09 PM	#8
bradf74 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Summit, MS Posts: 56	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed Mark, that is kinda where I am. I don't like the red, but I am not willing to give $200 plus to change it either. I would like to see yours. Captkaos, I would like to see your pics. If I go this route I will definatetly order from you. Also, how much for the pad that goes under the vinyl floor? My truck's floor is ok, but the pad was trashed.

03-05-2009, 06:06 PM	#9
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed The pad is sold by the yard, how much do you want? When I find the pic I will post it. If you put it on like it was supposed to, you can't tell it is a cover.... __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

03-05-2009, 07:15 PM	#10
paruszkiewicz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Celina, TN Posts: 32	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed Here's mine just did it today. If you do it make sure you hold it down everyware. The only thing i would have changed is i would have tried to order it w/o speaker holes. (I dont have any speakers in the dash) Attached Images Last edited by paruszkiewicz; 03-05-2009 at 07:20 PM.

03-05-2009, 07:21 PM	#11
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed That right there tells me they work well. Looks real nice. __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

03-05-2009, 08:24 PM	#12
S10Fan Old Heap Driver Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 2,640	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed I’m not real happy with mine. Found it brand new un-opened on CL for 15.00. A sticker on the inside indicated an inspection date of 7/1994 so it had been sitting around for a while. The cover bubbles up in the sun then flattens back out in the shade, weird. I used silicon as recommended in the instructions. The cover does look way better than what I had but I’m still looking for a nice stock dash. Or, I’ll just get a cracked one recovered. Mine was certainly worth 15 bux, I’d expect a lot more from one setting me back 100+ dollars. __________________ _____________________________ Bryan '99 Silverado 1500, 4.3, 5-speed, reg cab, short bed '50 Chevy 2DR Hard Top, 350/350, M2 Front End, 3:08 gear, cruiser. '40 F**d Sedan, all Chevy power, Heidt's front end, TCI rear, nice driver.

03-05-2009, 09:48 PM	#14
73chevyman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lusby, MD Posts: 563	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed has anyone ordered a dash pad from capt.kaos and have pics i'm in need of one __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/group.php?groupid=37 73 C10 Fleetside If it ain't a Chevy it's foreign http://hotridesmag.com/

03-05-2009, 10:11 PM	#15
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed A dash or a Dash cover. I only have 81-91 Dashes.. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

03-05-2009, 10:18 PM	#16
73chevyman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lusby, MD Posts: 563	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed what is the difference with the dash from 73-80 to 81-91 something i'm not seeing plus i have a 73 lol __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/group.php?groupid=37 73 C10 Fleetside If it ain't a Chevy it's foreign http://hotridesmag.com/

03-05-2009, 10:46 PM	#17
paruszkiewicz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Celina, TN Posts: 32	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed here is a 70's dash I dont know if the pad is the only diff. but it looks like it to me i wouldnt bet the farm on what i say lol Attached Images



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03-05-2009, 11:05 PM	#18
73chevyman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lusby, MD Posts: 563	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed that looks awesome man is that a reprodution pad or a refurbished __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/group.php?groupid=37 73 C10 Fleetside If it ain't a Chevy it's foreign http://hotridesmag.com/

03-05-2009, 11:08 PM	#19
paruszkiewicz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Celina, TN Posts: 32	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed i dont know i got the pic off the forum about custom gauges sorry

03-05-2009, 11:13 PM	#20
73chevyman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lusby, MD Posts: 563	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed oh lol __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/group.php?groupid=37 73 C10 Fleetside If it ain't a Chevy it's foreign http://hotridesmag.com/

03-05-2009, 11:32 PM	#21
bradf74 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Summit, MS Posts: 56	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed paruszkiewicz.. that is exactly what I needed to see. I will pull the trigger from the capt pretty soon. Thanks

03-06-2009, 01:10 AM	#22
flamingbig10 6.0 powered square Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mesquite texas Posts: 3,459	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed 73-78 no vin 79-80 vin 81-87 __________________ Aaron 1980 c-10 short bed lowered, cammed 6.0, 4l80e 3600 stall, smp tune, wilwoods, and flames best time so far best et 7.86 @87 on motor 7.57 90 on a 75 shot Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283326

03-06-2009, 02:00 AM	#23
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,741	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed Mine is from LMC it is a cap and it is a POS. The Texas sun sure did not help matters but it is all wavey. They are a good fixed for a cracked dash tho __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

03-06-2009, 07:12 PM	#24
73chevyman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lusby, MD Posts: 563	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed so due to vin thats whats different ???? __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/group.php?groupid=37 73 C10 Fleetside If it ain't a Chevy it's foreign http://hotridesmag.com/

03-07-2009, 12:32 AM	#25
killthewabbit Spear and magic helmet! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,226	Re: Does anybody have a pic of the dash "cap" installed The other difference is the shape. If you look on the front down near the end near the door panel on the 81-91 dashes, you'll see a little kick-out at the end along the vents. On the 73-80s, it's flat all the way across the front. Compare the two trucks paruszkiewicz posted. 81-87: 73-80: The pad on the 73-80s is at three different front angles just over the instruments. The 81-87s are flat. There might be more differences, but those are the ones I've noticed. __________________ -- Will

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