I ordered the 427 gauge layout for my 289 build and received it albeit on POL. On each end is a little 2" piece that is angled slightly. I am not sure what to do with this. Do I cut it off? Also, should I cover the dash before bending or after? I will try to attach two pictures to show the piece I am referring to. As always, Thanks
It looks to me like they've added a bit of aluminum to use for mounting once you shape the main dash. It may not be completely clear, but you can see how the dash is shaped here:
Mine is the FFR padded dash, so it came pre-shaped as you see it. I'd recommend covering before bending so you can add weight to the covering once glued on to be sure it fully adheres to the metal. I would leave the two "tabs" on the ends uncovered and just paint black or whatever color your dash will be covered in.
John
I kept the end tabs on. Just had to reshape it to be mounted behind the door hinge bracket. Here is a screenshot from a video I made. hopefully you could tell what I did.
Build School: July 14-16, 2017
Kit purchased: July 25, 2017
Kit delivered: September 13, 2017
First Start: December 22, 2018
Body painted and kit completed and drivable: July 2019 (but still not done)
CA SB100 Registration: January 2020
Mk4 - 289 USRRC Roadster kit, Roush 427SR with Schneider Racing custom camshaft, Fitech EFI, TKO600 (.64-5th gear), 15" wheels, stock brake calipers, under car exhaust with Spintech 7000 muffler, no roll bar, Russ Thompson turn signal, removable steering wheel, and many other small upgrades and modifications
Thanks: 
Likes: 
Reply With Quote
