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**leddzepp** · 09-03-2010, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 68gmsee

I actually just wanted to know if the one you bought fit and looked like the one in the pics which is an original. The reason I asked is because all the ones I've seen have been sorta flimsy. A buddy bought one some years ago and after a couple of years you could see waves on top and it seemed flatter than original pads. It wasn't rounded and smooth.

I have not had mine in very long, but I know if you tighten the fastening nuts too much, you will warp it and it will cause it to have "waves" I have seen pics and read other threads discussing the issue, only go finger tight. I would go with the dash pad MBGmike sells, I know that dashes direct makes a quality item.

68gmsee · 09-03-2010, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by leddzepp

I have not had mine in very long, but I know if you tighten the fastening nuts too much, you will warp it and it will cause it to have "waves" I have seen pics and read other threads discussing the issue, only go finger tight. I would go with the dash pad MBGmike sells, I know that dashes direct makes a quality item.

I bet that's probably what he did. It makes sense since I remember it was indented farily consistently and happened after it set out for a while. Thanks for info.

**LockDoc** · 09-03-2010, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 68gmsee

I actually just wanted to know if the one you bought fit and looked like the one in the pics which is an original. The reason I asked is because all the ones I've seen have been sorta flimsy. A buddy bought one some years ago and after a couple of years you could see waves on top and it seemed flatter than original pads. It wasn't rounded and smooth.

The ones that don't have the metal insert in them are flimsy and do what you describe on your buddy's truck.

LockDoc

Richard2112 · 03-05-2018, 11:35 AM

Great info. I will be doing this soon.

**A1971Blazer** · 03-05-2018, 12:43 PM

Got mine from SOKY Classics....fit really well and looks nice...Too bad you don't need a black one...I have an extra..got 2 by mistake....

On edit: This is by no means a "FOR SALE" post.....I intend to keep the extra as a spare...just in case.

demian5 · 03-05-2018, 12:51 PM

I bought mine from Truck and Car shop in Orange, CA. I had to elongate (slot) the holes in my dash to get it to fit.

**Ironangel** · 03-05-2018, 09:23 PM

The Truck Shop sells them for an excellent price at just under $50...LMC is charging $79.95 for the basic repop and as much as $449.95 for the TMI Pro Classic XR, thats going to be your "best" pad. ClassicParts.com has the standard repop for $64.95 and an ABS colored cover for $84.95...I bought mine from ClassicParts.com years ago for $49.95, the fit was descent, they did have the metal ribbon and you still have to be very careful tightening those nuts. Manes has the same repops for $79.95..Truck Shop wins...

Ramjet51 · 03-05-2018, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by leddzepp

I have not had mine in very long, but I know if you tighten the fastening nuts too much, you will warp it and it will cause it to have "waves" I have seen pics and read other threads discussing the issue, only go finger tight. I would go with the dash pad MBGmike sells, I know that dashes direct makes a quality item.

Mine came from Classic Muscle and was a Dashes Direct. I used NyLok nuts so I could control the amount of pressure on the pad, worked out fine, no ripples

FRCvette · 03-06-2018, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by A1971Blazer

Got mine from SOKY Classics....fit really well and looks nice...Too bad you don't need a black one...I have an extra..got 2 by mistake....

I need a black one.

rsavage · 03-06-2018, 07:44 AM

I just tried an "OER" brand from Summit. Mine is black. Looks well made but I haven't installed yet so can't speak to fitment. I needed some small parts so threw this on the order so that I got to the $100 free shipping. However, they tacked on an $8 non standard package fee. First time I have had that I think.

**SoCoC10** · 03-06-2018, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by demian5

I bought mine from Truck and Car shop in Orange, CA. I had to elongate (slot) the holes in my dash to get it to fit.

I had the same problem with the Saddle dash pad I installed in a Blazer. I think the Counter Parts dash pads are the issue. I'll only use Dashes Direct/OER dash pads from now on.

**SoCoC10** · 03-06-2018, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by rsavage

I just tried an "OER" brand from Summit. Mine is black. Looks well made but I haven't installed yet so can't speak to fitment. I needed some small parts so threw this on the order so that I got to the $100 free shipping. However, they tacked on an $8 non standard package fee. First time I have had that I think.

I too have ordered the Dashes Direct/OER dash pads fro Summit Racing. Add a couple more parts for the $100 free shipping and handling and all they will charge is the $8 for the "oversized package". They've been doing that for at least the last 3-4 years.

**LockDoc** · 03-06-2018, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by A1971Blazer

Got mine from SOKY Classics....fit really well and looks nice...Too bad you don't need a black one...I have an extra..got 2 by mistake....

Quote:

Originally Posted by FRCvette

I need a black one.

Guys, this is not a for sale thread. If you have one for sale please post it on the parts board and give FRCvette first chance at it....

Thanks,
LockDoc

MHeffeGMC71 · 03-06-2018, 11:25 AM

LMC worked for me last week

54belair · 03-08-2018, 10:26 AM

I like the TMI brand pad that matches their interior packages-----But, I wouldn't pay the price for one. I think most aftermarket pads are pretty much the same.

69 customcamper · 10-27-2019, 12:18 AM

The Dashes Direct is junk. They warp along the top where the bolts are. I have bought a new one every two years. The really hot tip is take you original 67-68 and send it to just dashes. Those have not just a metal strip but a whole metal support. Will never warp.

franken · 10-27-2019, 03:19 AM

No seller of aftermarket parts makes the parts. A few friends of the place do recondition parts. Almost all sellers just sell /Asian made parts and almost all are the same.
Deal with it.
Buy board supporter parts or best price.

Terrysch · 10-27-2019, 10:47 AM

69 custom camper,
I sent you a PM that I recommend you read.
Terry

54blackhornet · 10-27-2019, 11:42 AM

So the consensus is you can’t buy a decent dash pad ?

**MDPotter** · 10-28-2019, 04:24 PM

I installed one from SOKY and it was fine. Don't tighten it too much or you'll have waves, but that's with most manuf's I think.

03-05-2018, 11:35 AM	#29
Richard2112 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: South East Ohio Posts: 644	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? Great info. I will be doing this soon.

03-05-2018, 12:43 PM	#30
A1971Blazer Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 2,107	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? Got mine from SOKY Classics....fit really well and looks nice...Too bad you don't need a black one...I have an extra..got 2 by mistake.... On edit: This is by no means a "FOR SALE" post.....I intend to keep the extra as a spare...just in case. __________________ 1967 C10 Step side 1968 C10 Step side 1970 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer 1972 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer ............. Last edited by A1971Blazer; 03-08-2018 at 12:29 PM.

03-05-2018, 12:51 PM	#31
demian5 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Lake Forest, CA Posts: 2,177	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? I bought mine from Truck and Car shop in Orange, CA. I had to elongate (slot) the holes in my dash to get it to fit. Attached Images __________________ "Work hard, use your vacation days." 1970 C15 GMC Long Bed 1986 C20 Scottsdale 1983 K2500 Sierra Classic Suburban 6.2 Instagram: C10sofOC

03-05-2018, 09:23 PM	#32
Ironangel Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Falls City, Nebraska "100 Miles From Nowhere" Posts: 2,219	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? The Truck Shop sells them for an excellent price at just under $50...LMC is charging $79.95 for the basic repop and as much as $449.95 for the TMI Pro Classic XR, thats going to be your "best" pad. ClassicParts.com has the standard repop for $64.95 and an ABS colored cover for $84.95...I bought mine from ClassicParts.com years ago for $49.95, the fit was descent, they did have the metal ribbon and you still have to be very careful tightening those nuts. Manes has the same repops for $79.95..Truck Shop wins... __________________ Michael of the clan Hill, "Two Seventy Two's" 71 1-ton Dually 350 4-Speed 71 C/50 Grain Truck, 350 Split-Axle 4-Speed 02 3/4 ton Express 14 Indian Chief Vintage 1952 Ford 8N, "Only Ford Allowed On The Property" "Be American, Buy American"

03-06-2018, 07:44 AM	#35
rsavage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Alden NY Posts: 2,705	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? I just tried an "OER" brand from Summit. Mine is black. Looks well made but I haven't installed yet so can't speak to fitment. I needed some small parts so threw this on the order so that I got to the $100 free shipping. However, they tacked on an $8 non standard package fee. First time I have had that I think. __________________ 1961 C1 Corvette 1959 El Camino 350 TPI, 9" 4 w disc 69 Blazer K5 - sold July '20 2021 Durango RT 5.7

03-06-2018, 11:25 AM	#39
MHeffeGMC71 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Harlingen Texas Posts: 30	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? LMC worked for me last week

03-08-2018, 10:26 AM	#40
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? I like the TMI brand pad that matches their interior packages-----But, I wouldn't pay the price for one. I think most aftermarket pads are pretty much the same. __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

10-27-2019, 12:18 AM	#41
69 customcamper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Glendale CA Posts: 122	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? The Dashes Direct is junk. They warp along the top where the bolts are. I have bought a new one every two years. The really hot tip is take you original 67-68 and send it to just dashes. Those have not just a metal strip but a whole metal support. Will never warp.

10-27-2019, 03:19 AM	#42
franken Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Somewhere Posts: 3,052	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? No seller of aftermarket parts makes the parts. A few friends of the place do recondition parts. Almost all sellers just sell /Asian made parts and almost all are the same. Deal with it. Buy board supporter parts or best price.

10-27-2019, 10:47 AM	#43
Terrysch Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 575	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? 69 custom camper, I sent you a PM that I recommend you read. Terry

10-27-2019, 11:42 AM	#44
54blackhornet Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Eastern Oregon Posts: 2,258	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? So the consensus is you can’t buy a decent dash pad ? __________________ 71 C-20 07 Magnum RT AWD

10-28-2019, 04:24 PM	#45
MDPotter Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Western Colorado Posts: 1,165	Re: Best aftermarket dash pad? I installed one from SOKY and it was fine. Don't tighten it too much or you'll have waves, but that's with most manuf's I think. __________________ 1964 Chevy C10 - Gen IV 5.3 Restomod http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=768632 1968 GMC C15 - Gen III 6.0 Restomod http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=772047 1969 Chevy C10 - Restoration http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809184 1978 Chevy Scottsdale K20 1993 Chevy C1500 - 5.3/T56 swapped 2008 Silverado Duramax



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