27-JAN-2013
I can't ask for better than this
This actually turned out better than I expected and the radius is perfect.
27-JAN-2013
Both pieces complete
I got both pieces done and I am totally stoked that I didn't have to pay someone to make them for me.
Now the hard part begins, making them fit in the dash!
29-JAN-2013
Shortened glove box
I was able to save the right side of the glove box door opening but I will need to weld it back in place and shorten the glove box door as well.
29-JAN-2013
Fit into place
After a little trimming of the piece the test fit is good. Now I can test fit and scribe the new metal.
29-JAN-2013
Fitting the new metal for cutting
After getting the angle correct to match the windshield frame, the piece is clamped so it won't move when I mark it.
29-JAN-2013
Marked for cutting
One I get both sides marked then I can trim them to fit.
29-JAN-2013
Inside marked and ready for cutting
Hopefully I can get a good cut on the metal so that the joint is tight therefore making a strong dash once it's all welded up.
30-JAN-2013
Trimmed to fit
I trimmed the new pieces to fit in the dash slots and they came out quite nice.
30-JAN-2013
Nice fit
It's just nice when things just come together they are supposed to. I'll weld these up this weekend if the weather holds up!
Tacked in and ready to weld
I was able to get both pieces tacked in place and and ready to weld
03-FEB-2013
A few holes to weld up
I'm going to fill up a couple of old switch holes that were made by the previous owner.
03-FEB-2013
A few more holes to weld up
Here are a couple more areas that need to be filled in.