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The dash frame was tough to get out
with the rollcage in the way. It was definitely a two man job. The windshield needs to be removed to get to five screws that hold the dash frame in.
Sanding and spray bomb priming in the
backyard.
I used "Satin Black"
from Totally Auto. This spray paint is a little pricey, but well worth it. I still need to get my dash pad restored or find a reproduction one.
The gauges were recalibrated and the
needles and lettering were freshened up. The lens was also polished.
The instrument cluster
bezel, radio / heater bezel and glove box applique were striped of chrome, rechromed, painted black and then woodgrained. All of the restoration work was done by Performance Car Graphics. The price is what I was expecting at $350.00. Their work is outstanding and worth every penny!
You can see the warp on the white plastic
housing on the upper left side in this photo. Performance Car Graphics repaired this for me. I didn't think it could be repaired. You should have seen it before!
No, the radio isn't for sale, but
I got a good deal on it during the swap meet at one of the Monster Mopar Weekend events. My original AM radio is long gone... uh, to make room for my 8-Track. Ah, the 70's!
I saw this Acme stainless steel tach bracket at the Mopar Nat's some years ago and was very impressed with it, so I ordered one when I got home. It slips under the dash pad so you don't destroy it. It's made for the Auto Meter 5" Monster Tachs.
A new glove box will be used also.
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