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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #270 on: July 12, 2017, 07:16:02 PM »
Loren,

The core I sent I had left the clips in place, so am I to assume that I will get the same dash back (with clips and studs)?

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Jim

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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #271 on: July 12, 2017, 07:41:57 PM »
Loren,

The core I sent I had left the clips in place, so am I to assume that I will get the same dash back (with clips and studs)?

Regards,

 Yes Jim, you will have clips and studs.

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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #272 on: August 01, 2017, 08:30:19 AM »
I am still poking PMI, this is the latest reply from Alan.

       
        Jul 30 at 8:08 PM

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        Loren Alexander

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Loren,

All pads should be done by the end of next week...(Not this week/ next)

Thanks Alan

Sent from my iPhone


 I understand that as " done by the 11th and shipping to follow"

 Loren
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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #273 on: August 01, 2017, 09:09:01 AM »
On a side note: has anyone had issues with the fitment of these pads above the glove box? My glove box door hangs up on the dash pad not allowing it to open. Is it just my install job or do others have this issue??
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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #274 on: August 01, 2017, 09:15:56 AM »
Looking forward to seeing more pictures of the new dash pads installed!
Jim
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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #275 on: August 01, 2017, 12:45:36 PM »
On a side note: has anyone had issues with the fitment of these pads above the glove box? My glove box door hangs up on the dash pad not allowing it to open. Is it just my install job or do others have this issue??

 I did not find an issue with the one I received.  My suggestion would be to loosen the nuts that hold it in place over the glove box door, lift up some and tighten the nuts back up.

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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #276 on: August 01, 2017, 12:45:57 PM »
Looking forward to seeing more pictures of the new dash pads installed!

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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #277 on: August 01, 2017, 01:22:17 PM »
I'm sure it's installer error...lol. I'll give that a try!
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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #278 on: August 01, 2017, 01:26:57 PM »
The glove box door can also be adjusted a bit by loosening the screws on the hinge.

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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #279 on: August 05, 2017, 10:14:38 AM »
Hello Lorren,

I just thought I would check to see how the dash pads are coming? I know it is out of your control, but figured you may have the inside scoop.

Thanks for all your efforts

Joe

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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #280 on: August 05, 2017, 11:12:24 AM »
Hello Lorren,

I just thought I would check to see how the dash pads are coming? I know it is out of your control, but figured you may have the inside scoop.

Thanks for all your efforts

Joe

In Reply #272 - looks like they should be done by August 11, with shipping to follow.   :occasion14:
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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #281 on: August 05, 2017, 05:00:15 PM »
Hello Lorren,

I just thought I would check to see how the dash pads are coming? I know it is out of your control, but figured you may have the inside scoop.

Thanks for all your efforts

Joe

 Just got home from being out and about today.  Lucky for me Dan already got the answer for you. 

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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #282 on: August 13, 2017, 02:02:28 PM »
Got my dash pad yesterday!  😋  Was out of town so didn't open until today. The color match isn't that great, but otherwise it is a very attractive piece. Will need to check fitment when the rain stops, but very pleased thus far.

Thank you Loren for putting this together. These dashpads were a black hole for many of us getting our stuff just right. I appreciate your efforts in helping push my project one step further.

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Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport
« Reply #283 on: August 16, 2017, 09:19:47 PM »
Seems to fit nice. Sorry for the crappy picture.

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Looks very nice! (Re: Dash Pad reproduction for '65 Skylark/ Gran Sport)
« Reply #284 on: August 16, 2017, 09:29:46 PM »
Dear Buick_65 and mid-60s Buick caregivers,

Seems to fit nice. Sorry for the crappy picture.

Well, it might not be the best picture, but it is decent enough to get a good idea of the fit.  Sure looks very nice to me!  :icon_thumright:

Cheers, Edouard  :occasion14: