67-72 fiberglass dash - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**N2TRUX** · 09-02-2009, 07:24 PM

Have you guys seen the fiberglass dash Paul Atkins is making for the 67-72 trucks? It's not for the purists, but for those that like true custom interior. LINK

jamis · 09-02-2009, 08:08 PM

ohhps thought the first reply didnt take...now I have two LOL

jamis · 09-02-2009, 08:09 PM

I saw the add a couple of days ago in a mag, I think it looks sharp, wish the price was lower

FRENCHBLUE72 · 09-02-2009, 08:18 PM

Did that say 795?

BAGNDRAGIT · 09-02-2009, 10:02 PM

it looks too car-ish, and is that big dimple supposed to be there? cause to me it doesnt look right.

BigShoe24 · 09-02-2009, 10:40 PM

I think it looks pretty good, however I'm not sure it would be tall enough to cover up all your goodies behind the dash. I'd be worried your air, brake assembly, etc would be hanging out? I would love to see one installed though

unclewatts · 09-02-2009, 11:20 PM

There's a lot of different designs that guy could've used but for my tastes, I sure would've like to see something else. Looks like it came out of a Mazda Miata. Just MHO.

smashingchuck · 09-03-2009, 09:40 PM

Kinda neat, but looks like a tree fell on the middle of it.

Terakilla · 09-03-2009, 10:22 PM

Too expensive, I plan on making my own, fiberglass is really easy to work with. I think it's ugly, gauges are ok but the rest pretty much fails.

ChevLoRay · 09-03-2009, 11:14 PM

Just put a '59 Edsel dash in it......

**68jewel** · 09-03-2009, 11:35 PM

I think it looks okay. But that's about it....okay. At first I really liked it, but the more and more I looked at it the appeal wore off. Not necessarily for me but it may look better installed and painted. Initially, I was going to get one, but I'd rather find a 59-60 Impala dash or something like that. Or just simply make my own.

Longhorn Man · 09-03-2009, 11:34 PM

kinda like it, kinda hate it

**special-K** · 09-04-2009, 08:24 AM

Sorry,me no likey.
I`m no purist,but I don`t like that at all.It has a current styling look about it.If I wanted to look at a modern dash I`d be driving a modern vehicle.Besides,it uses up already limited cab space.I have enough room,but alot of the big boys complain already.And finally...there`s nothing true custom about buying a ready-made part that anyone could run out and buy.If I go custom it`s one of a kind,or duplicating a nostalgic trend.

Ok,one more thing.It`s plastic or whatever!That`s one thing that attracts us to these trucks is the fact that they were still made out of steel and not cardboard and plastic.

**N2TRUX** · 09-04-2009, 09:03 AM

Here's some pics of one completed. Not a 67-72 version, but you can see why it has the indent. After looking at the pics in the Classic Trucks, I'm wondering if the dash pictured is not really the 67-72 version.

rwolf9653 · 09-04-2009, 09:08 AM

Not my style. Looks too much like a modern dash for my taste.

Bert W · 09-04-2009, 09:29 AM

I would have to agree with the mob. I'm not a fan of this design, a fancy way of saying I don't like it. I have a 63 swb fleetside behind the barn and I really like the dash it has. I tend to be a purist, so it will stay in the 63.

70k52wd · 09-04-2009, 09:32 AM

No way. It looks terrible. It looks like someone sat on it. The three pods are hideous. Euro trash! jmo

*Shane* · 09-04-2009, 11:38 AM

looks like an Impala dash to me ... the one that everyone always says looks good ... go figure

BACKYARD88 · 09-04-2009, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Shane

looks like an Impala dash to me ... the one that everyone always says looks good ... go figure

My thoughts exactly. I saw Ken pick a cluster for one up at a swap meet and this looks a lot like it.

stunna · 09-04-2009, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Shane

looks like an Impala dash to me ... the one that everyone always says looks good ... go figure

I agree with you! i spoke to mr Atkins the one who designed this dash, it is a modern version of the 59 impala dash. He also makes fiberglass versions of the original 59 impala dash for camaros and i believe he may make them for 67-72 chevy trucks.

mclairmo · 09-04-2009, 12:24 PM

Yuck.

weasle · 09-04-2009, 05:01 PM

I beilieve I saw that car in a show here in NC. I thought the dash looked nice in the car.

big_al_71 · 09-04-2009, 05:10 PM

I like it, I would put one on if I was redoing a truck!!

Todd327 · 09-04-2009, 05:18 PM

It looks great for a customized truck. I just don't want to go that custom, but kudos anyway.

**special-K** · 09-04-2009, 08:12 PM

It looks nothing like a`59 Impala dash to me.Never even occured to me to compare.They look decades apart to me.

09-02-2009, 07:24 PM	#1
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	67-72 fiberglass dash Have you guys seen the fiberglass dash Paul Atkins is making for the 67-72 trucks? It's not for the purists, but for those that like true custom interior. LINK __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-02-2009, 08:08 PM	#2
jamis F.A.S.T. president Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 1,883	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash ohhps thought the first reply didnt take...now I have two LOL __________________ F.A.S.T. President and Founder Fabricators for the Advancement of Sawsall Technology "A fear of the Sawsall is a sign of retarded sexual and emotional maturity." ~Sigmund Freud, "General Introduction to Psychoanalysis" Last edited by jamis; 09-02-2009 at 08:11 PM.

09-02-2009, 08:09 PM	#3
jamis F.A.S.T. president Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 1,883	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash I saw the add a couple of days ago in a mag, I think it looks sharp, wish the price was lower __________________ F.A.S.T. President and Founder Fabricators for the Advancement of Sawsall Technology "A fear of the Sawsall is a sign of retarded sexual and emotional maturity." ~Sigmund Freud, "General Introduction to Psychoanalysis"

09-02-2009, 08:18 PM	#4
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09-02-2009, 10:02 PM	#5
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09-02-2009, 10:40 PM	#6
BigShoe24 True Addiction Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: FTL Posts: 415	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash I think it looks pretty good, however I'm not sure it would be tall enough to cover up all your goodies behind the dash. I'd be worried your air, brake assembly, etc would be hanging out? I would love to see one installed though __________________ RCC

09-02-2009, 11:20 PM	#7
unclewatts 70 Chevrolet=Obsession Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: nice ca Posts: 1,067	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash There's a lot of different designs that guy could've used but for my tastes, I sure would've like to see something else. Looks like it came out of a Mazda Miata. Just MHO. __________________ I'm Just like my truck. Old, Ugly and Grouchy. Except my truck starts easily in the morning and doesn't smoke! IT'S NOT EASY BEING GREEN! -Kermit the frog 1970 Chevrolet C-10 Longbed Stepside : 350, Muncie M20, 3.08 GM corp. positraction Forest green exterior/light green interior(Where all my money goes) 1996 Toyota Corolla (Parts runner) Last edited by unclewatts; 09-02-2009 at 11:22 PM.

09-03-2009, 09:40 PM	#8
smashingchuck It'd be alot cooler if you did Join Date: May 2003 Location: Three Rivers, MI Posts: 2,345	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash Kinda neat, but looks like a tree fell on the middle of it. __________________ 78 Build Thread 4Runner Build

09-03-2009, 10:22 PM	#9
Terakilla Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ft Stockton Texas Posts: 90	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash Too expensive, I plan on making my own, fiberglass is really easy to work with. I think it's ugly, gauges are ok but the rest pretty much fails.

09-03-2009, 11:14 PM	#10
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash Just put a '59 Edsel dash in it...... Attached Images __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

09-03-2009, 11:35 PM	#11
68jewel On the path to financial ruin! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 722	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash I think it looks okay. But that's about it....okay. At first I really liked it, but the more and more I looked at it the appeal wore off. Not necessarily for me but it may look better installed and painted. Initially, I was going to get one, but I'd rather find a 59-60 Impala dash or something like that. Or just simply make my own. __________________ *'72 Chevelle SS--4.0 Whipple LS7, T56 Magnum, 20X9/20X13 HRE 791R, 6-piston Baer brakes, IRS '68 SWB C10--LS3, TKO-600, 22x10/22x12 HRE 948R, C5 suspension, shockwaves, custom frame Ooh Wee's Makeover*...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=376280

09-03-2009, 11:34 PM	#12
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash kinda like it, kinda hate it

09-04-2009, 08:24 AM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash Sorry,me no likey. I`m no purist,but I don`t like that at all.It has a current styling look about it.If I wanted to look at a modern dash I`d be driving a modern vehicle.Besides,it uses up already limited cab space.I have enough room,but alot of the big boys complain already.And finally...there`s nothing true custom about buying a ready-made part that anyone could run out and buy.If I go custom it`s one of a kind,or duplicating a nostalgic trend. Ok,one more thing.It`s plastic or whatever!That`s one thing that attracts us to these trucks is the fact that they were still made out of steel and not cardboard and plastic. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

09-04-2009, 09:03 AM	#14
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash Here's some pics of one completed. Not a 67-72 version, but you can see why it has the indent. After looking at the pics in the Classic Trucks, I'm wondering if the dash pictured is not really the 67-72 version. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 09-04-2009 at 09:06 AM.

09-04-2009, 09:08 AM	#15
rwolf9653 more ideas than money Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: spring grove, pa Posts: 1,068	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash Not my style. Looks too much like a modern dash for my taste. __________________ Randy 1948 Chevy 3100 5 window 1966 Chevy C30 Dually 1967 Chevy K10 1972 Chevy K20 1972 Chevy C10 1972 Chevy K5 Blazer 1987 Chevy V10 2003 Chevy Suburban



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09-04-2009, 09:29 AM	#16
Bert W Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 373	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash I would have to agree with the mob. I'm not a fan of this design, a fancy way of saying I don't like it. I have a 63 swb fleetside behind the barn and I really like the dash it has. I tend to be a purist, so it will stay in the 63.

09-04-2009, 09:32 AM	#17
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash No way. It looks terrible. It looks like someone sat on it. The three pods are hideous. Euro trash! jmo

09-04-2009, 11:38 AM	#18
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash looks like an Impala dash to me ... the one that everyone always says looks good ... go figure

09-04-2009, 12:24 PM	#21
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Take Off Posts: 1,908	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash Yuck.

09-04-2009, 05:01 PM	#22
weasle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Northern VA\Raleigh NC Posts: 56	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash I beilieve I saw that car in a show here in NC. I thought the dash looked nice in the car.

09-04-2009, 05:10 PM	#23
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash I like it, I would put one on if I was redoing a truck!! __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

09-04-2009, 05:18 PM	#24
Todd327 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Salisbury, NC Posts: 24	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash It looks great for a customized truck. I just don't want to go that custom, but kudos anyway.

09-04-2009, 08:12 PM	#25
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 67-72 fiberglass dash It looks nothing like a`59 Impala dash to me.Never even occured to me to compare.They look decades apart to me. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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