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Old 05-03-2011, 08:24 AM   #1
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Can I ?

Can I replace my 68 cut-up dash with a 70 dash ? I'm pretty sure they are the same , just want to make sure . Thanks , jimmy
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Old 05-03-2011, 09:17 AM   #2
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Re: Can I ?

I believe so....the only difference I know of is AC vs non-ac dash
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Old 05-03-2011, 09:20 AM   #3
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Thanks Geoff , they are both non a/c . Now I need to find someone trust-worthy enough to switch them out for me .
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Old 05-03-2011, 09:47 AM   #4
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....why don't you cut it along the dash pad area, and weld it into yours??
The pad will cover the welds, so no worries if you can't weld like me
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Old 05-03-2011, 09:57 AM   #5
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The only thing I've ever used is J B Weld ! lol Thinking about a small one from Harbor Freight , mabey with a little practice .
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Old 05-03-2011, 10:08 AM   #6
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check out this thread....it has a picture showing where to make the cut.....I think this is an excellent spot to practice welding cuz you can cover it up after you're done....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=348977
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Old 05-03-2011, 10:29 AM   #7
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Re: Can I ?

Just went out and looked at the un-cut dash , what happens when you get to the last holes on each end ? Continue straight across , up , down ?
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Old 05-03-2011, 12:28 PM   #8
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well....I'm not sure....I'll have to look when I get home....isn't it bolted to the kick panel??.....look up under the dash and see if you can unbolt and pull off after making that cut
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I see now ! I'm a little slow sometimes . lol You continue the same line till you get to the end . I did'nt think the dash pad went all the way over & tuck down by the windshield post . Thanks for all your help Geoff . I think I'll give it a try when I get to that point .
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Old 05-03-2011, 01:10 PM   #10
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we need a how-to on it....so post up a detailed how-to with pictures when you do it!!!
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