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Old 09-05-2008, 02:26 PM   #1
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What to do with a missing radio?

I searched and couldn't find anything, but what have you guys done with the stock radio holes in the dash? I was thinking about trying to find an old radio to put in just so it looks good but I don't know how hard it will be to find something like that. My other idea was to cut metal and just weld it all shut, but I think that will look stupid. What did you guys do with this area of the dash? I need some ideas.

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Old 09-05-2008, 05:41 PM   #2
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Re: What to do with a missing radio?

There are quite a few companies that sell a repoduction radio that will fit that hole in your dash. Another option is to buy the knock out covers. I've see them on Ebay.
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Old 09-05-2008, 11:50 PM   #3
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Re: What to do with a missing radio?

I cut some 18ga. and welded it shut, never looked like there was anything there when all finished and painted
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Old 09-06-2008, 11:26 AM   #4
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Re: What to do with a missing radio?

http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=CS01CGM
Maybe somthing like this?
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Re: What to do with a missing radio?

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Old 09-07-2008, 10:26 PM   #6
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Re: What to do with a missing radio?

If you want a stock look find a radio delete plate and blank covers for the knob holes. 'Don't know if they are reproduced, I lucked into one in a wrecking yard 20years ago for my 59. It a square with rounded side with a bowtie symbol stamped on it. Clips into the stock hole.
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