I’m pretty sure my dash is dark blue but it needs to be replaced so is this the best option for replacement?

mclellan83

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If it's been sitting for some time & you haven't used it yet maybe I might know of a nice place it could live (after going camel tan of course.) :mrgreen:
Hahaha, if mine wasn't as cracked as it is I would absolutely offer it up. But been trying to get the car right and then focus on the little stuff on it
 
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WAGOOON

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I’m also sniffing around these opgi dashboards too. Wondering if anyone has installed one?
 

WAGOOON

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Can anyone confirm is this thing a real complete dash board? Or is it just a cover? From the pics it looks like a complete dash with a few brackets missing, which I imagine will just swap over from the original.
 

moby92

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Just Dashe's in Van Nuys CA.
google them there's a web site .
Looks like they are still in business. I'll pass this to my uncle. He'll taking in this '82 project. It's on the shop for the mounting of new tires from 4Wheelonline so we'll see if the dash really needs some TLC this weekend.
 

57 Handyman

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I replied a while ago and have been searching for this thread to update folks here. I received my replacement dash from OPGI after waiting a few years. If I recall correctly, I had placed an order when it was first offered. I have not installed it while I work on front and rear suspension sway bars, installing a Leed Brake rear brake conversion kit, and switching from bench to bucket seats. The first picture shows how my stock pieces fit and match the replacement dash. In the second picture, since someone asked about the dash support structure and I wasn't exactly certain what they were asking, I hope this picture helps answer their question.

I know there are many others who face the same dilemma of a damaged, ugly dash and could use some input on how best to resolve this issue. For me, I considered repairing/refinishing the dash top myself but decided against it simply because of the work/effort required to obtain an acceptable job. Although the OPGI replacement represents a significant budget item, other options, such as having a repair specialist do it, are likely multiple times more expensive. In the end, I figured spending $800+ (including shipping and handling) was the best avenue for me. As I stated somewhere, the dash in our classics is one of the most constant and visible items we look at every time we drive our cars. Hope this helps! And, good luck!

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