That is one sexy dash. Where'd you source the curved switch guards? I've been looking for something like that.ProTouring442 wrote:Change things up a bit? Hmmm... yes, I think that can be done.
I used the dash pad off an earlier Wagoneer, then designed the dash with a center stack to house the stereo, CB, scanner, and A/C controls I wanted.
Southern Gorilla wrote:That is one sexy dash. Where'd you source the curved switch guards? I've been looking for something like that.ProTouring442 wrote:Change things up a bit? Hmmm... yes, I think that can be done.
I used the dash pad off an earlier Wagoneer, then designed the dash with a center stack to house the stereo, CB, scanner, and A/C controls I wanted.
At 1/4" thick, unless he's planning on mounting an anvil to it, it'll be plenty strongWagonator wrote:Will that be strong enough to hold the weight of everything you want to mount?
I got the ABS in small sheets and cut it to shape myself with a jigsaw.Wagonator wrote:Love it! Where did you get the vents? How are you running the ducting? Did you buy the ABS by the sheet or was is precut for you? Will that be strong enough to hold the weight of everything you want to mount? Your switch idea for the vent controls is ingenious, I will be stealing it if you don't mind. Do you have any plans for the rest of the interior?
Taylor
Sorry, didn't mean to send a barrage of questions. Sounds great, can't wait to see the finished product.I got the ABS in small sheets and cut it to shape myself with a jigsaw.
The vents are Ford pickup truck, and I got them from Ebay (I don't remember the year).
I think the thickness should hold everything with no issues... the radio isn't that heavy, and neither is the scanner. I took the CB apart, and only the face is mounted to the ABS.
The switches do not control the ducts, only all the other stuff (lighting, rear window, etc). The A/C controls, along with the scanner, are mounted in the lower half of the center stack. For some reason, I do not have a picture of this on the computer, but I will get one and post it when we get home from our Thanksgiving festivities.
As for the rest of the interior, there will be a tray connecting the center stack to the GM console. I also have a set of Thunderbird Turbo Coupe seats that will eventually replace the factory front seats. A general upgrading is in the plans, with better sound deadening, etc.
No apology necessary!! I don't know if you've checked out my build thread, but I've put it all on here so people can get ideas, ask questions, learn, etc. I am always happy to answer a question!Wagonator wrote:Sorry, didn't mean to send a barrage of questions. Sounds great, can't wait to see the finished product.
Taylor