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Offline Kascus

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Deluxe Instrument Bezel Recommendation
« on: April 25, 2022, 01:19:59 PM »
Who makes the best reproduction 68 Deluxe Instrument Bezel that has the running horse indicator included? Do I need to stay with the same brand to keep the woodgrain matching across the other dash pieces?
Current:
1968.5 428 CJ Fastback / San Jose 05-15-68
1964.5 289 D Code Coupe / Dearborn 06-05-64
1966 289 C Code Convertible /San Jose 02-11-66


Past:
1965 Shelby SFM5S561
1966 289 FB
1965 289 Coupe
1969 302 Fastback

Offline bullitt68

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Re: Deluxe Instrument Bezel Recommendation
« Reply #1 on: April 15, 2023, 04:34:01 PM »
I purchased the Scott Drake entire kit, but may get my originals rechromed. The Scott Drake parts look good, the only difference is the part numbers on the back from what I can tell
Mike
1968 Mustang Fastback GT 390 Raven Black, 4 speed
8R02S162374, San Jose, June 5, 1968

Offline Kascus

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Re: Deluxe Instrument Bezel Recommendation
« Reply #2 on: April 16, 2023, 01:06:51 PM »
I went ahead and got the Scott Drake. I got the entire dash trim from one manufacturer so the woodgrain would all match. Now I have to tackle that ugly steering wheel.
Current:
1968.5 428 CJ Fastback / San Jose 05-15-68
1964.5 289 D Code Coupe / Dearborn 06-05-64
1966 289 C Code Convertible /San Jose 02-11-66


Past:
1965 Shelby SFM5S561
1966 289 FB
1965 289 Coupe
1969 302 Fastback

Offline bullitt68

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Re: Deluxe Instrument Bezel Recommendation
« Reply #3 on: April 16, 2023, 02:14:52 PM »
I went ahead and got the Scott Drake. I got the entire dash trim from one manufacturer so the woodgrain would all match. Now I have to tackle that ugly steering wheel.

I hear you on the steering wheel. I have considered using a different steering wheel. On a positive note the 68 is better than the 67 imo. Do you have a build thread going. You are further ahead than I am and I would live some reference photos. I am just at the prepping motor for install phase. Is your car white?
« Last Edit: April 16, 2023, 04:25:41 PM by bullitt68 »
Mike
1968 Mustang Fastback GT 390 Raven Black, 4 speed
8R02S162374, San Jose, June 5, 1968

Offline Kascus

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Re: Deluxe Instrument Bezel Recommendation
« Reply #4 on: April 16, 2023, 07:30:21 PM »
I am trying to stay as original as possible so hopefully I can save this wheel. It?s better than some others I have worked on. No build thread on it but I may put something together at some point with the tons of photos if taken. It?s a Wimbledon white 1968 428 Cobra Jet GT Fastback (R code).
« Last Edit: April 16, 2023, 07:33:48 PM by Kascus »
Current:
1968.5 428 CJ Fastback / San Jose 05-15-68
1964.5 289 D Code Coupe / Dearborn 06-05-64
1966 289 C Code Convertible /San Jose 02-11-66


Past:
1965 Shelby SFM5S561
1966 289 FB
1965 289 Coupe
1969 302 Fastback

Offline bullitt68

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Re: Deluxe Instrument Bezel Recommendation
« Reply #5 on: April 16, 2023, 08:18:16 PM »
I am trying to stay as original as possible so hopefully I can save this wheel. It?s better than some others I have worked on. No build thread on it but I may put something together at some point with the tons of photos if taken. It?s a Wimbledon white 1968 428 Cobra Jet GT Fastback (R code).

Very cool I like it. I have never seen a white one before. I may have some questions
Mike
1968 Mustang Fastback GT 390 Raven Black, 4 speed
8R02S162374, San Jose, June 5, 1968