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JHickson6 · 02-14-2003, 04:31 PM

Weld it up man, that's not to bad, not worth looking for a different cab, c'mon give me a break...new cab. That's a 5 minute job even for a beginner welder, just grind her smooth and cut a NICE hole for your new deck! Then laugh about all the money your saving by not buying a new cab. No offense to anyone! Not trying to be an a$$.

Good Luck Locutus

Locutus · 02-14-2003, 06:32 PM

If it was just the dash I wouldn't even consider a new cab (see http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...threadid=40304) There is major rust under the dash. Those pictures show only the passenger side, its the same deal on the driver side. That coupled with the dash issues I am really considering a new cab. How much on average does a cab go for anyway?

Bart Gardner · 03-14-2003, 01:13 AM

I would suggest trying to find a dash in the junk yard, cut out the radio area and weld it in your cab. It should turn out just fine.

I just realized that you don't need to cut one out, just find a cab that you can use to make a template, then get some metal (Home Depot, for about 6 bucks) and make your own panel using your own template. You may even surprise yourself.

pissonNOS · 03-14-2003, 01:31 AM

theres a section on ebay right now
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=33695
guy only wants 10 bucks and so far only one bid

Chevy Wrench · 03-14-2003, 02:22 AM

Hey, Im cutting out the dash on my 67, let me know if you want it. You pay shipping and whatever you feel would be fair on price. After all, gotta pay for saw-zal blades.
John

Seke69 · 03-14-2003, 06:57 AM

An aftermarket stereo install kit probably would'nt cover that hole or mount up properly, which woud leave your stereo pretty much easy pickin's for a thief. I'd suggest a donor panel. or at least welding in a blank and cutting a more head unit sized hole.

Long Knight · 03-14-2003, 11:48 AM

Brushed Aluminum Plate. Actually, it looks like you have enough room there for an in dash 6 disc changer!

Jwill41 · 03-14-2003, 02:07 PM

This is my temp fix. Hoping to do more but this is my daily driver for now.

Jwill41 · 03-15-2003, 10:00 AM

I have a 12 disc changer i need to put somewhere

02-14-2003, 04:31 PM	#26
JHickson6 I Love This Stuff! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 739	Weld it up man, that's not to bad, not worth looking for a different cab, c'mon give me a break...new cab. That's a 5 minute job even for a beginner welder, just grind her smooth and cut a NICE hole for your new deck! Then laugh about all the money your saving by not buying a new cab. No offense to anyone! Not trying to be an a$$. Good Luck Locutus __________________ My Rides 1967 C10 In Pieces for now 1985 Ford B700 SourPuss Bus - BIG BLUE 2003 Silverado CITY WORKER YELLOW!!

03-14-2003, 01:13 AM	#28
Bart Gardner Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 7	Radio Fix I would suggest trying to find a dash in the junk yard, cut out the radio area and weld it in your cab. It should turn out just fine. I just realized that you don't need to cut one out, just find a cab that you can use to make a template, then get some metal (Home Depot, for about 6 bucks) and make your own panel using your own template. You may even surprise yourself. __________________ Bart Gardner Last edited by Bart Gardner; 03-14-2003 at 01:19 AM.

03-14-2003, 01:31 AM	#29
pissonNOS senior member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: fort macleod alberta Posts: 2,770	theres a section on ebay right now http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=33695 guy only wants 10 bucks and so far only one bid __________________ 69 GMC bagged

03-14-2003, 02:22 AM	#30
Chevy Wrench former desert rat Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: salt lake city, utah Home of the 3 M's Mormons, methlabs and minivans Posts: 320	Hey, Im cutting out the dash on my 67, let me know if you want it. You pay shipping and whatever you feel would be fair on price. After all, gotta pay for saw-zal blades. John __________________ 94 Chevy Silverado Ext cab 4/6 drop w/ 18's and 2500watt system (work truck). 67 Chevy swb under const. frame off custom, 20's, bagged and a large rat under the hood,and a 1940 Chevy truck under const.

03-14-2003, 11:48 AM	#32
Long Knight Spank 'em if you got 'em! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kansas City Posts: 628	Brushed Aluminum Plate. Actually, it looks like you have enough room there for an in dash 6 disc changer! __________________ Long Knight '71 C-20, 350ci, TH350, Edl. 1406 Carb w/elec.choke, Ignitor ignition, Viper Tires, Orange Dipstick

02-14-2003, 06:32 PM	#27
Locutus Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Santa Fe, Texas Posts: 250	If it was just the dash I wouldn't even consider a new cab (see http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...threadid=40304) There is major rust under the dash. Those pictures show only the passenger side, its the same deal on the driver side. That coupled with the dash issues I am really considering a new cab. How much on average does a cab go for anyway?

03-14-2003, 06:57 AM	#31
Seke69 Space Cadet Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 132	An aftermarket stereo install kit probably would'nt cover that hole or mount up properly, which woud leave your stereo pretty much easy pickin's for a thief. I'd suggest a donor panel. or at least welding in a blank and cutting a more head unit sized hole.

03-14-2003, 02:07 PM	#33
Jwill41 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Farmers Branch, Tx Posts: 1,009	This is my temp fix. Hoping to do more but this is my daily driver for now. __________________ http://www.picturetrail.com/jwill41 67 1/2 ton GMC short step side 68 1/2 ton Chevy long fleet side 72 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban 99 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban founder (and only member) of the primer/clearcoat club

03-15-2003, 10:00 AM	#34
Jwill41 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Farmers Branch, Tx Posts: 1,009	I have a 12 disc changer i need to put somewhere __________________ http://www.picturetrail.com/jwill41 67 1/2 ton GMC short step side 68 1/2 ton Chevy long fleet side 72 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban 99 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban founder (and only member) of the primer/clearcoat club

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