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1968-69 versus 1970-72 Dash Pad and Cluster

Discussion in 'Interior City' started by LandYacht, Dec 18, 2023.

  1. LandYacht

    LandYacht Well-Known Member

    Anyone ever tried fitting a 68-69 dash pad on a 1970 or later Skylark/GS? How about the gauge cluster?

    If the gauge clusters are the same width between the 69/70 model year refresh, the pads seems like they might be compatible other than some changes to HVAC vents and tweaks to mounting points.

    Looking at the underlying metal support structure - they sure look mighty close, but I only have pictures to go from. I'm building a custom dash for a heavily modified 71 Skylark and considering starting points for scanning/cutting/molding a new dash pad. The 69 is closer to where I want to go.
     
  2. A000A

    A000A Member

    I see no one has chimed in. I too have wandered this. I am more interested in 70-72 cluster in a 68-69. I know the column hole would be too big for 68 but, just curious if they would actually just drop in place?
    I actually thought for years that all the 68-72 A body's had the same metal structure hidden under all the dash and clusters. I learned different thou as I worked more on all different types. Chevelles, Cutlas etc....They are all quite different when you get them naked. just like gals. LOL.
     
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  3. LandYacht

    LandYacht Well-Known Member

    I ordered a '69 dashpad months ago to give it a try...unfortunately they've been back-ordered with no ETA. Comparing the mounting tabs on the dash cluster bezels and the mounting locations from pictures - they sure look damned close between the model years.
     
  4. Dano

    Dano Platinum Level Contributor

    I meant to reply when you 1st posted & must've gotten sidetracked looking for this pic. The '70-72 cluster will for a '68-9. Not exactly the question you asked but I think if this is the case the early pad will fir a later car.
     

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  5. LandYacht

    LandYacht Well-Known Member

    Thank you!
     

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