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Triumph TR6 - Show off your WOOD dash


This new picture upload capability brings new life to this BB board. Let's see some of the wood dashes out there. I know many have been replaced or refinished and they often look great. I replaced mine with a custom made french walnut wood veneered dash. If you have a nice original I'd like to see it.

Henry

HP Henry Patterson

Here's a picture of my dash.

Sylvain

S Demers


Wow! That's a beauty. Is that burled walnut?
HP Henry Patterson

Mine has been re veneered and I am waiting for my finish material to arrive in the mail. After I'm done I'll post the procedure photos
DON KELLY

Here is mine. 69 TR6

Original but was recoated with Varethane in 1978.

Michael Petryschuk

Here's my dash. It's a Randy Keller - Prestige Autowood. If you are ever looking to replace yours his product is worth a look. With the new heights in the CDN dollar they are not that expensive anymore.
Sean McCafferty

Sean,

Mine is a Randy Keller too. He does some outstanding work. I went with the figured french walnut that matches the original but has more grain and charachter.

Your picture didn't upload. Try again I'd like to see your Prestige dash
HP Henry Patterson

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w27/Eric67_TR6/IMG_01302.jpg

Eric de Lange

Sorry, forgot the text.
This is my dash, original but newly coated and finished.

Eric
Eric de Lange

Eric, What's are you using for your center console?
Joe
Joe S.

That's the original Amco center console. It looks like Eric re-covered the armrest with a different design.
benji

Benji is partly right: it is an original (35 year old) AMCO center console. But originally for an TR4/TR5, that where the white piping comes from. It also has an ashtray and an sigaret lighter. I had to choose between this one and a replica TR6 armsrest. I choose the original AMCO and sold the replica.
It is very relax driving and dresses up the interior. I'm happy with it.:)
Eric de Lange


Great original dashes guys! Nice refinishing.
HP Henry Patterson

Here's Mine. 71TR6 Veneer Mahogany with 25 coats of Helmsman Spar Urethane (spray can). Omitted the dimmer switch!
http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u44/Tr6_easyrider/Dimmerswitch001-1.jpg
Joe S

Not of my dash, but the Boot's back-panel.

P Johnston

...and the spare tire cover.

P Johnston

P Johnston, is that an amplifier for your audio system? I have a Jensen amp with a subwoofer that was "out (as opposed to in-) herited from one of my daughter's former boyfriends and have wondered if/where, I'd use it. Your location appears to be a good choice. The plywood cover is a nice choice too. I used pressed board like the original but a shade thinner and then after using the old one as a template, painted it flat black so it appears to be original. Transferred the hardware after cleaning and powder coating. I have replical paper board surround for the boot from TRF.
db
Doug Baker

P- I am glad to see someone has done this. For my next project I want to get a TR3 and put in Dan's wiring kit and run TBI's and attach the panel and the computer to exactly where you have your amp.
Good show!
DON KELLY

...and I listen to AM radio talk shows with this one!!

benji

crossovers on both sides...


benji

Benji,
What a cool looking boot. Is that around the fuel cap a reflection or have you modified that area in some way for some purpose. Neat surround. How'd you manage to have it fit the amp so nicely?
db
Doug Baker

I'm admiring some of these steering wheels while we are at this wood dash thread and want to ask about smaller size steering wheels(less than stock) and about simplicity / complexity of installation? Rick has mentioned Grant to me in the past as one option. Sylvain, yours looks great. I'd like to gain some knee/legroom with a smaller diameter wheel. Any advice for this rookie? Ken (76 in restoration)
Ken Shaddock

Doug- that is a couple of strips that run up the center. Benji- Never had a chance to look in your boot. Who did your panel surround?
DON KELLY


Ken,

I used a Moto Lita 15" steering wheel (first picture in this thread) with their adapter hub. Took me about 15 minutes to install. Sylvain's may not be a Moto Lita but I'll bet the adapter is the same as mine. Moto Lita makes their wheels in smaller versions which I seem to recall about 13". Very easy to install.

Henry

Brnji, Very slick installation!
HP Henry Patterson

Don,
With your explanation, the photo looks different. Didn't see that when I first looked at it. Interesting.
db
Doug Baker

Yours looks superb as well Henry. Thx for the follow up note. I'll check prices, sources and compare so I'm ready when my 6 finally gets here.
Ken
Ken Shaddock

Ken,
I recently installed a 13 inch Mota Lita, IMHO, the best improvement I've done in the interior. A little more room to move around under the steering wheel, and Rimmer Bros recently had them on sale, saved at
least $100 buying it from the UK.
Rod

Rod Nichols

You're right Rod. It looks sharp! And the 13" version will give this lanky (6' 4") lad some room. I was leaning toward wood but your leather looks rich. Probably more comfortable too. I'll check Rimmer Bros. Thanks, Ken.
Ken Shaddock

Rod...

At $263.25 USD are we talking about Rimmer's part #RR117313?

Ken
Ken Shaddock

Yup....and if you read the fine print, the hub is included. 90 to 100 dollars just for the hub from the North American suppliers. That's why I bought my Revolution Alloys from them, for less than the price of the Minilite ripoffs...I mean copies!

I'm off the soapbox........
Rod
Rod Nichols

Ok, let's try this again. Here's the Randy Keller dash in my six

Sean McCafferty

OK Sean, I'll bite, what're the strange instruments on top of the dash and how did you get 'em integrated so nicely? Beautiful dash, BTW. You may have encouraged me to consider a new one rather than the original I refinished.
db
Doug Baker

Sean I love the gauge pods. I want. Now I know where to put the Wide band fuel monitor. How about a photo of just the pod so we can see the connection to the top of the dash
DON KELLY

Doug, Don, Ken, Sean,
Doug,
Here are some answers to your questions:
Don is correct. Those are racing stripes by the gas cap. I copied the style from the 1970 Chevy Chevelle.
The trunk walls are built inward to flush mount the amp and crossovers. Note the lip on top of the walls. I to have a 71' and have done a frame off. If you have any questions during your rebuild, email me. Maybe I can help.
Don,
The trunk was done by a guy up in Marysville. He's really into installing stereos with out drilling or altering the car. My trunk was done like a puzzle and can be returned back to stock. He does this kind of work on his spare time. Let me know if you want to hook up with this guy.
Ken,
I initially installed a 15" Tourist Trophy Steering Wheel from Moss Motors. I wanted more leg room. I now am using a 14" Moto Lita. The steering is a little heavy only while turning while the car is not moving. I'm using the Tourist Trophy hub with the Moto lita steering wheel. Note: the Tourist Trophy hub & the Moto Lita hub looks almost the same. I'll probably be selling the 15" wheel and matching hub if your interested.
Sean,
This weekend, I'm having 3 gauges installed on top of my dash. They are the same size as the original gauges in the dash. Are yours larger? Can you email me some pictures? Do you still use the tonneau hooks behind the gauge pod? How do you mount it to the ashtray hole? Can you give me the width, Height, depth?

benji


Great dash Sean. Looks a bit like my Prestige Autowood dash...how about that!

Henry
HP Henry Patterson

Here's a closer shot of the gauge pod. I added the extra guages when I put the supercharger in last year.It's tough to show the connection between the pod and the dashtop but essentially it's done through the ashtray opening. The pod is made to replace the clock on a '94-'97 Mustang and it just happens that with a little bit of trimming it fits between the two humps on the dash. The pod comes with an upper and lower mounting plate that uses the ashtray opening to secure the pod to the dash. It's from Summit -- link below has an instruction sheet attached that provides a diagram:

http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=ATM%2D10001&view=1&N=700+150+


Sean McCafferty


HP, unfortunately I cannot take credit for the dash it was done by the PO. Looking at it closely I'm still not sure if it is real wood or just a picture of wood under plastic.

Ken, The stering wheel is a MoMo 12 and 1/2 inch. Again I have to give credit to the PO. It does make steering a little hard when not moving but I do appreciate the extra leg room.

Sylvain
S Demers

Here is mine.
It is interesting to see many pics here with wood steering wheels.

Rick Crawford

Here's another wooden one !! My dash is oak with 7 coats of marine varnish..the original cracked walnut is still underneath.

Charlie

Charlie B.


Great looking dashes guys.

Nice grain Rick. I like the oak too Charlie.

Charlie.. what is that clear panel looking thing that shows up in you picture? A wind breaker?

Henry
HP Henry Patterson

Gang,

Here's a closeup of my dash with multiple coats of Helmsman Spar Urethane. Shows the original grain pretty well. I also see some dust in the vent...not good!

Mike
'73 TR6

Mike Calhoun

Hi Henry,
Yes it's a wind blocker I designed and installed as a proto-type..it works well.
I think Rick C has more on it on his CD ..
Charlie
Charlie B.

Here's mine. I made it from a piece of solid oak. The discoloration in the center is from the flash unit. It looks much better in person than in the picture.

I'm a little bit of an oddball when it comes to wood dashes - I don't like exotic woods, and I don't like a glossy finish.

Dan Masters

Well, lots of great dash pics. Here is Lucy's Dash.

B.J. Wolfer

All of the dashes look great. As Rick mentioned...so many wood steering wheels complementing the wood dashes.
Very cool.

Henry
Henry

here is a picture of the solid walnut dash that I just installed along with a new crash pad and seats. After staining to darken I used 15 coats of Helmsman Spar Urethane to keep things looking good.

Paul

R Slice

Paul
Your 6 looks like same paint and trim codes as my '71. paint 96 and interiour 27.

OK so the next question is who prefers high gloss to satin finish? I prefer high gloss.
Rick
Rick Crawford

I went for satin, because I have all chrome bezels installed on the gauges: more contrast.
However, I do like the burr high gloss dashes also very much.
Eric de Lange


I had the choice between satin and gloss when I ordered my dash. Even though original was satin I went with the gloss. I like the shine.

Henry
Henry

This is mine; it was sun-bleached to a peroxide blonde when I got the car in '04. Teak stain and 7 coats of varathane later and it's okay but I'm not satisfied yet. I like it shiny too and will be looking at burl walnut when I get all the other bits to my satisfaction. Right now, cosmetic items will have to wait. Engine rebuild takes priority and then have to drop trailing arms to install new bushings.

Cheers,
Bob
1976 - TR6

Bob Evans


That looks nice Bob.

I'm sure you could find some burled walnut wood laminate and go right over the present dash for a pretty reasonable price. In hindsight I could have done that and saved a lot of money. I don't think it would have been as high quality as the one I bought though. The maker of mine does incredible work.

Henry
HP Henry Patterson

Thanks Henry. Actually, the walnut veneer is not that expensive or hard to get and while I'm not a stranger to wood-working, I'm a little hesitant to try a refinish on the only dash I have at present. I'm working on a deal to buy a bunch of TR6 parts from the guy I got my spare engine and diff from and I'll use a spare dash to try the re-laminating work. Mine looks good enough to wait til I've mastered the work on a spare. Your dash is just awesome and truth to tell, it would be hard to pick a favorite from all the great dash pics submitted. Isn't this pic uploading deal just a sweet addition?

Bob
1976 - TR6
Bob Evans

Bob,

You're right a lot of fine dashes out there. Having good spares is a good feeling. I have a spare engine sitting on a stand just in case. You never know when parts or the entire engine may be needed.

Yeah.. Keep these photos coming. I like seeing everybody's accomplishments.

Henry
HP Henry Patterson

Hello Everyone
I'am still learing when it come to
computers,so you will
have to go to the TR6 BBS members site to see Clive Parkers very nice "non-wood dash".
Cheer's Malcolm
M Macdonald

Malcolm, It was made from the very rare 'Aluminium' tree! The purists may not like it but I do , and as we dont need gloves in Florida I see no reason to have a glove box.I have the MSD boxes living (hidded) in their space, Thank for the first response from this site Clive

C Parker

Burled aluminium...cool!

Bob
1976
Bob Evans

This thread was discussed between 06/05/2007 and 27/05/2007

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