Makin interior purty with wood? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Steven Sellers · 01-31-2004, 08:48 PM

Hi all, along with the truck I love woodworking. Does anyone have any pics of interior wood pieces i.e. bezel, glovebox door, anything pretty much.
I dont want to go overboard for sure but would like to see what it looks like and get some ideas.

Thx Steve

valk_ryder · 01-31-2004, 10:38 PM

I was thinking the same thing. Maybe burl wood veneer overlays for the bezel and glove box. I have yet to see anything like it though.

ronh72c10 · 02-01-2004, 12:11 AM

I was thinking about a nice contoured wooden console, meeting the dash in the middle and wrapping around behind bucket seats to cover the area where the tank was.

Ron

walker · 02-01-2004, 01:10 AM

All you need to do is go to the hardware store and buy that stick on wood grain shelf liner. Stick it on trim the edges with a sharp knife and Viola! wood grained interior.

Steven Sellers · 02-01-2004, 01:18 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by walker
All you need to do is go to the hardware store and buy that stick on wood grain shelf liner. Stick it on trim the edges with a sharp knife and Viola! wood grained interior.

LOL well that is one way for sure but not quite what Im after. I wanna keep it stock appearing but I like the way wood looks in the older vehicles. Not something Im going to do right now but Im trying to get my ideas together.
My Uncle built this truck entirely of wood and I dont think I will do that either

Blue Beard · 02-01-2004, 05:48 AM

Just make sure you watch out for Woody...........Woodpecker that is.........

FRENCHBLUE72 · 02-01-2004, 10:46 AM

The termite's are looking for that c-cab.. Aboard member outta washington has a killer wood dash in his red step side,can't remember his name but I think he has the blown blazer????

Brewski* · 02-01-2004, 01:03 PM

They do exotic wood and carbon fiber dashesExotic Wood Dashes
5th item down

**smitty62** · 02-01-2004, 04:24 PM

I have done a lot of cabinet making in my past and have fooled around with cars since I was 10--I know it's a personal thing but I never was of the opinion that the two went together. I love a good red oak or cherry surface and I love a slick BC/CC color sanded paint job--just not both on a vehicle

But, obviously a lot of people do---

Why not just build a nice wood console? Then you can easily take it out!

Don't take this seriously--it's your truck..do what makes you happy!

BTW---note that the truck in my avatar has wood on it!

Steven Sellers · 02-01-2004, 06:27 PM

I know what you mean i dont like it when its to much. I am going to build a console for sure but I have considered an overhead console then I can either use wood, fabric or leather. I am looking for people that have done this and some of the pics to deceide for sure and yes i value everyones opinion and experience. I even remember seeing some vehicle that had the outside rim done in wood but I dont remember where and its not for me but it was different
Thx steve

**smitty62** · 02-01-2004, 07:38 PM

Ok Steve-where in NC are you? I'm in Mocksville

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 02-03-2004, 11:10 AM

Back when I was on active duty, a Marine buddy custom made me some door panels out of 1/2" plywood. He traced the OEM metal panel and cut a wooden copy, then routed out some channels on the reverse sides for the door handle and window actions, and beveled the edges so they would fit under the upper retaining strip. We stained them a light walnut and spar varnished them. 29 years later, they still look good, especially after applying old english polish. They have acquired some "character" however.

**N2TRUX** · 02-03-2004, 11:29 AM

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Originally posted by smitty62
I have done a lot of cabinet making in my past and have fooled around with cars since I was 10--I know it's a personal thing but I never was of the opinion that the two went together. .....

This man gets my vote....

**Palf70Step** · 02-03-2004, 03:15 PM

Some one on the board a while back did a complet dash bezel and sonme other parts for his truck out of wood. Wish I could remeber who it was. It looked real sharp.

dubie · 02-03-2004, 03:56 PM

I plan on making some wooden door panels as well as a wood console to match the wood I am putting on my flatbed. I just gotta figure out what color of wood looks best with orange and black

01-31-2004, 08:48 PM	#1
Steven Sellers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 692	Makin interior purty with wood? Hi all, along with the truck I love woodworking. Does anyone have any pics of interior wood pieces i.e. bezel, glovebox door, anything pretty much. I dont want to go overboard for sure but would like to see what it looks like and get some ideas. Thx Steve __________________ 2008 Buick Enclave(wifes new non wrecked) 1996 Jeep Cherokee 2002 2500HD 6.0L (traded) 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee(wifes/wrecked) 1977 DJ5 postal jeep(mmm lots of fun) 1988 Toyota 2wd p/u(DD, blewup 199,000) 1991 Toyota 2ed p/u (sry just cant break these things) 1997 XR70 Honda 1991 Z50(FOR SALE) 1972 Z50 Honda 1970 SWB 350/knucklebuster "The adventure begins and I am confident that there will be no end".

02-01-2004, 12:11 AM	#3
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	I was thinking about a nice contoured wooden console, meeting the dash in the middle and wrapping around behind bucket seats to cover the area where the tank was. Ron __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

02-01-2004, 01:10 AM	#4
walker Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: north of Phx AZ about 30 miles Posts: 698	All you need to do is go to the hardware store and buy that stick on wood grain shelf liner. Stick it on trim the edges with a sharp knife and Viola! wood grained interior. __________________ Andy,Phx AZ '67 C-10 (Ahhh, done at last. Well there is that disk front end I want to put in and...) "23 C-Cab-sold '48 Ford 8N tractor(still working) '67 Scout(Now on the road) '70 MG B.-sold

02-01-2004, 05:48 AM	#6
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	Just make sure you watch out for Woody...........Woodpecker that is......... __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

02-01-2004, 10:46 AM	#7
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	The termite's are looking for that c-cab.. Aboard member outta washington has a killer wood dash in his red step side,can't remember his name but I think he has the blown blazer???? __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-31-2004, 10:38 PM	#2
valk_ryder Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Moore, Oklahoma Posts: 57	I was thinking the same thing. Maybe burl wood veneer overlays for the bezel and glove box. I have yet to see anything like it though.

02-01-2004, 01:03 PM	#8
Brewski* Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Rocky Mount, MO Posts: 1,293	They do exotic wood and carbon fiber dashesExotic Wood Dashes 5th item down

02-01-2004, 04:24 PM	#9
smitty62 Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,234	I have done a lot of cabinet making in my past and have fooled around with cars since I was 10--I know it's a personal thing but I never was of the opinion that the two went together. I love a good red oak or cherry surface and I love a slick BC/CC color sanded paint job--just not both on a vehicle But, obviously a lot of people do--- Why not just build a nice wood console? Then you can easily take it out! Don't take this seriously--it's your truck..do what makes you happy! BTW---note that the truck in my avatar has wood on it! Attached Images __________________ Stepsides look like real trucks! Smitty Last edited by smitty62; 02-01-2004 at 07:36 PM.

02-01-2004, 06:27 PM	#10
Steven Sellers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 692	I know what you mean i dont like it when its to much. I am going to build a console for sure but I have considered an overhead console then I can either use wood, fabric or leather. I am looking for people that have done this and some of the pics to deceide for sure and yes i value everyones opinion and experience. I even remember seeing some vehicle that had the outside rim done in wood but I dont remember where and its not for me but it was different Thx steve __________________ 2008 Buick Enclave(wifes new non wrecked) 1996 Jeep Cherokee 2002 2500HD 6.0L (traded) 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee(wifes/wrecked) 1977 DJ5 postal jeep(mmm lots of fun) 1988 Toyota 2wd p/u(DD, blewup 199,000) 1991 Toyota 2ed p/u (sry just cant break these things) 1997 XR70 Honda 1991 Z50(FOR SALE) 1972 Z50 Honda 1970 SWB 350/knucklebuster "The adventure begins and I am confident that there will be no end".

02-01-2004, 07:38 PM	#11
smitty62 Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,234	Ok Steve-where in NC are you? I'm in Mocksville __________________ Stepsides look like real trucks! Smitty

02-03-2004, 11:10 AM	#12
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,537	Interior Door Panels Back when I was on active duty, a Marine buddy custom made me some door panels out of 1/2" plywood. He traced the OEM metal panel and cut a wooden copy, then routed out some channels on the reverse sides for the door handle and window actions, and beveled the edges so they would fit under the upper retaining strip. We stained them a light walnut and spar varnished them. 29 years later, they still look good, especially after applying old english polish. They have acquired some "character" however.

02-03-2004, 03:15 PM	#14
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,269	Some one on the board a while back did a complet dash bezel and sonme other parts for his truck out of wood. Wish I could remeber who it was. It looked real sharp. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-03-2004, 03:56 PM	#15
dubie Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Flin Flon, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 8,853	I plan on making some wooden door panels as well as a wood console to match the wood I am putting on my flatbed. I just gotta figure out what color of wood looks best with orange and black __________________ My name's Tim and I'm a truckaholic My 56 Chevy shop truck build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=562795

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