Anyone try putting a 2000 + Miata Dash or 2000 + Mazda 3 Dash into their 1st Gen ?

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Dec 5, 2007 | 07:59 AM

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Im trying to buy an FD dash for my FB

I already have the center console

Dec 5, 2007 | 09:00 AM

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let us know when u start id like to see that

Dec 5, 2007 | 01:59 PM

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What are you going to do for the ends of the dash. IIRC the FD dash meets with the door panels for a smoother look.

Dec 5, 2007 | 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by z-beater

What are you going to do for the ends of the dash. IIRC the FD dash meets with the door panels for a smoother look.

I will make custom door panels with foam and fiberglass, then covering it with the same material as the dash (a fake leather from what I can see). I will use the plastic parts like the pocket, handle, combo switch etc. That will give it an integrated look.

Heres a cheap miata dash
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mazda...QQcmdZViewItem

Dec 5, 2007 | 02:59 PM

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Just to show you guys that we are crazy enough to do anything, a friend here is putting:

a 1st gen eclipse interior

a 2nd gen eclipse dashboard and center console

into a 1983 FORD TAUNUS (yes, taunus NOT taurus)

Dec 5, 2007 | 03:04 PM

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Jan 4, 2008 | 11:14 PM

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Hey, keep us posted about the whole 3-in-7 dash conversion deal, I was actually thinking of doing the same thing myself...

Jan 13, 2008 | 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by rotor vs. piston

I for one think that's a great idea, miata dash in the FB. My dad has a 1gen miata and I like the simplicity/moder'ness of it... and I had to mentally slap myself for not thinking of this for my FB. I'll be taking some measurements when I go home for christmas.

After seeing a new Miata Cluster.. I can see the beautiful elegance of it.

Jan 13, 2008 | 11:18 AM

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Do their oil gauges work in the NC miata's? I know the NB's didn't.

Jan 13, 2008 | 11:27 AM

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Wow, I like the Miata dash.

Jan 13, 2008 | 05:10 PM

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I think newer dashes look like cat poop and dumb compared to SA and FB dash. (being silly lol)

The original dash's are works of art and represent a moment in time and a certain feeling unique to the vehicle.