mysterious_ Posted October 8, 2009 Share Posted October 8, 2009 Hi, i need options as to what dashes can be fitted into the 280zx without a lot of alteration. I heard the 200sx dash could be popped in, if so can someone guide me to it. looking forward to hearing your suggestions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woldson Posted October 8, 2009 Share Posted October 8, 2009 Check out the interior section. You will find some many cool dash options is the search engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackice280zxt Posted October 8, 2009 Share Posted October 8, 2009 Check out the interior section. You will find some many cool dash options is the search engine. I love your avitar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woldson Posted October 9, 2009 Share Posted October 9, 2009 Thanks:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysterious_ Posted October 11, 2009 Author Share Posted October 11, 2009 I have had alook but no one has given clear details about a dash swap with pictures and most of them have fabricated their own dashes which i don't want to do. still looking for suggestions and advice...................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackice280zxt Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 a friend of mine put a s14 dash in his s13 and I have seen s13 dashes put into a s130 you may wanna try that if you want a more modern look. You really just kind of get a dash you like and figure it out. I have never swaped one in any of my s130's. I just like the stock dash but each there own Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysterious_ Posted October 15, 2009 Author Share Posted October 15, 2009 Thank for the advice blackice. the point is i needed to find out if someone had done it and if they could guide me through cause fitting a dash is no easy business and trial and error would take up to much of an effort and would not even yield the desired results. Still looking for help ppl any one hereeeeeeee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 I'm in the same boat, the professional restorations take too long, I'd love to find an excellent condition brown dash for mine that I could just swap in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokescreen Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 I went with the cheapo dash cover for my '79 slicktop from Motorsports. I will post up some pics today or tomorrow. I am happy for now. After I finish the car out I may go bigger on the dash/interior effort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackice280zxt Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 I went with the cheapo dash cover for my '79 slicktop from Motorsports. I will post up some pics today or tomorrow. I am happy for now. After I finish the car out I may go bigger on the dash/interior effort. I did the same thing I have a blue dash cover on a blue dash and a good uncracked red dash in the garage. I wanna get the replacement blue dash but I just dont have the moneys right now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokescreen Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 Yeah, I feel ya. the full replacement dash is kinda high priced IMHO. I can handle the plastic cover for now,I did see some nice aftermarket leather restoration stuff on here that I liked. I would rather spend the coin on something more aftermarket in appearance than to drop alot of money just to look stock. Thats my.02 anyhow heh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSM Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 I'm in the process of gutting a 280zx now, I'm amazed at how much room is behind the dash. If you want a track car, the weight savings would be tremendous especially if I went with a custom aluminum dash. I was happy to realize how simple everything is behind the dash. It is very easy to work on. To me much easier then my 73. It has been of great value doing this because I need to swap my Auto climate A/C to the standard a/c system. There is not much to the standard A/C. Good luck. The Dash itself comes out very easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokescreen Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I agree that there is a tremendous amount of room behind the dash of the S130, I do not think however, there is a alot of weight to be saved mostly plastic A/C, heat and wiring equipment. I stripped alot of weight by trashing all of the rear interior panels, and the A/C compressor and mount etc.. just my $.02 on that. Here are some pics of the economy dash replacement, while its not a full step by step I have a few shots that will give an idea of this room we are talkin about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysterious_ Posted October 28, 2009 Author Share Posted October 28, 2009 i do not like the original dash. i have one already in mint condition but dont want it in my car. any alternates available?????????????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackice280zxt Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 i do not like the original dash. i have one already in mint condition but dont want it in my car. any alternates available?????????????? I will be attempting to put a s13 dash in my zx in 3-4 weeks if it goes well I will make a wright up for you Also you wouldn't be interested in selling your RHD dash and steering rack would you? I can give you LHD rack and a LHD zdash and s13 dash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 I went with the cheapo dash cover for my '79 slicktop from Motorsports. I will post up some pics today or tomorrow. I am happy for now. After I finish the car out I may go bigger on the dash/interior effort. Pic of this yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 i do not like the original dash. i have one already in mint condition but dont want it in my car. any alternates available?????????????? what color? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysterious_ Posted October 29, 2009 Author Share Posted October 29, 2009 my dear friend i am half way across the world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackice280zxt Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 i know i just want to make my car operate from the other side I can pay shipping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckolander Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 i do not like the original dash. i have one already in mint condition but dont want it in my car. any alternates available?????????????? I want, I don't care what color it is. Color can always be modified. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.