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Old 03-07-2015, 03:06 PM
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Well, it's not perfect. I need to fill in a couple of spots, and I still need to paint it, but here's my solution:
 
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Jason, I think that looks pretty darn good. Compare it to a factory installation of a stock radio and it looks a lot cleaner.
 
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Nice job, good solution.<o></o>
 
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Here are some photographs of the installation that I described earlier in this thread. Again though, I like your solution.
 
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I like your period correct fan and compass on your dash!
 
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Rustybits, I'm loving the interior light hidden behind the glove box compartment. How long is that extension cord??


A thought occurred to me while reading here. If one were to buy a sheet or two of heavy kydex, take it and a small toaster oven to the garage/driveway, heat the kydex at 350 for about 90 seconds or so, then lay it over the opening and form a pattern, one would have a solid, workable pattern to make the dash unit. It is quite possible to use the kydex as the final mount as it is paintable and very sturdy.
I have used kydex for several projects and find it very easy to work with.
 
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