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Old Sep 14, 2019 | 09:52 PM
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Dash swap?

Has anyone ever done a dash swap in a FD? Where they put a dash from a newer different car in an older car. I’ve seen a few in high end restomod classics that I can only ever dream about, but I was wondering if it has ever been done with a FD. Just out of curiosity
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Old Sep 15, 2019 | 12:29 AM
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FD dash is pretty sweet if you ask me
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Old Sep 15, 2019 | 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by TwinCharged RX7
FD dash is pretty sweet if you ask me
Oh I agree, I was just curious
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Old Sep 16, 2019 | 08:37 AM
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Probably would be tricky to find something the right size, that would require a LOT of custom fitting and work to make happen. Trying to make AC ducts work, wiring, etc. would be a nightmare.

Also the dash flows into the door panel and the ducts connect to the door panel AC vents. That would require custom work for sure.

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