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Engine turned dash trim
My dash (1970 GTO) got hacked up in the 80's to fit a different stereo. I found a clean bezel, but it's from a Lemans; there is no engine turned lower trim. I was going to buy reproductions, but all I find are vinyl stickers that "look like" the real thing. Anyone have any experience with these? Does anyone know if a better reproduction is available? Thanks!
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Its not vinyl at all its a metal foil.
i have used it a lot on Gto's and my current Firebird. I like it. not an exact match for original but to me looks excellent. Last edited by JUDGE3; 12-20-2023 at 10:54 AM. |
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OPGI (and I'm sure others) sell it in aluminum.
https://www.opgi.com/interior-accessories/dash-accessories/dash-insert-trim-lower/dash-insert-aluminum-1970-72-gto-hardtop-lower-g240191.html?msclkid=3f169057a6381f33ba99f3ce70859 aa7&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Sh opping%20-%20Custom%20Label%200&utm_term=4587025075895666&ut m_content=%24100%20-%20%24200
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The stuff I bought was vinyl for my 72. It was the same I peeled off the dash and looks good.
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Great, thanks! I tracked down a repro set that are apparently a real close match to original, but if that doesn't work out I'll get the vinyl
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Try Randy Combs
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Here is what I wound up with. It's real engine turned aluminum. It's 4 pieces set, with a separate small piece across the top of the radio, like the original. Unlike the original, the small piece is held on with the same adhesive as the other pieces, not bent tabs. But once installed it is hard to tell the difference. The turning is "smaller" - there are six rows of swirls, instead of 5 like the original. But it fits great and looks awesome. I'm a lousy photographer...it looks great in person. I'd recommend it.
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