Does anyone know if the dash of a'54 and '55.1 is secured by bolts/screws or is it welded in? If it's bolts/screws, could you give me an idea of where they are, please? I would like to try to take it out of the truck to sand the black paint and surface rust that's on it now and repaint (light color). Taking it out might be easier. Maybe? Thanks.
S2
Stewart2 1955.1 3100 Both Owner and P/U have lots of miles, lots of history and need LOTS of TLC Jack of several trades and experiences; Master of none
Gearhead, Moderator for The Swap Meet and General Truck Talk
X2 for Gord's info.
In the hope that more info may make this a little easier to digest, see the 4 pictures of relevant "instrument panel" welding instructions from the '47-'54 truck Factory Assembly Manual (FAM).
These may help should you decide to go after removing it for further work.
Have a great evening!
Dan
Dan
1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 (My Grandpa's hunting truck) 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Finally time to get to work on my Grandpa's (now mine) truck!
Durn it!!! Since I'm too old to be a contortionist + I can't weld, I guess it'll have to be stripped and painted in the truck. Thanks, Gents.
S2
Stewart2 1955.1 3100 Both Owner and P/U have lots of miles, lots of history and need LOTS of TLC Jack of several trades and experiences; Master of none
