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BaddBusa2005 · 03-17-2007, 05:25 PM

Has anyone put the suburban dash shell in their trucks? I am looking into this for one, the use of a double din radio(late model Monsoon) and second, someone decided they wanted my cd player more than I did and trash the dash shell that is in the truck now

Anyhow, I have to take this shell out and decide what I am gonna do from there. damn

Srubydo1986 · 03-17-2007, 07:59 PM

IS the dash shell the metal behind the dash ot the instrument panels palstic?

Pyrotechnic · 03-17-2007, 07:59 PM

Using that late model dash bezel would be awesome. You could use an GM installation kit for a DIN radio to come out with a very professional look. .

I too would like to know if the metal dash shell is different or if it's just that section where the radio is that is different. If the late model dash bezel itself will match up and the metal behind it for the radio opening can be modified, I would be willing to do that.

Sucks about the radio. If the dash shell isnt seriously bent, you may be able to get away with cutting out the radio section and riveting a new piece of sheet metal in along with replacing the dash bezel which I assume the thief also broke. Changing out the entire dash shell would be a real chore so personally I would opt to repair it if possible. Got any pics of the damage ?

BaddBusa2005 · 03-17-2007, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Srubydo1986

IS the dash shell the metal behind the dash ot the instrument panels palstic?

yes the metal behind the dash, i do not see why I couldnt use it. I was curious if anyone has done it. Just have to track one down. They are few and far between around here.

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Originally Posted by Pyrotechnic

Using that late model dash bezel would be awesome. You could use an GM installation kit for a DIN radio to come out with a very professional look. .

I too would like to know if the metal dash shell is different or if it's just that section where the radio is that is different. If the late model dash bezel itself will match up and the metal behind it for the radio opening can be modified, I would be willing to do that.

Sucks about the radio. If the dash shell isnt seriously bent, you may be able to get away with cutting out the radio section and riveting a new piece of sheet metal in along with replacing the dash bezel which I assume the thief also broke. Changing out the entire dash shell would be a real chore so personally I would opt to repair it if possible. Got any pics of the damage ?

Nah, i do not have any pics of the damage. You are right tho, they busted the bezel and cluster up. Damn, it pisses me off to even think about it. When the took it the pulled the bottom of the metal dash up and it distorted the whole thing all the way around...

Srubydo1986 · 03-17-2007, 08:39 PM

well then yes you can use it with out trouble. just watch out it is tack welded up top.

And as for stealing radios, thats why i put razor blades on the back side of the radio. THEY WILL BE CUT.

BaddBusa2005 · 03-17-2007, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Srubydo1986

well then yes you can use it with out trouble. just watch out it is tack welded up top.

And as for stealing radios, thats why i put razor blades on the back side of the radio. THEY WILL BE CUT.

That is an idea, probably stop them in their track.

03-17-2007, 05:25 PM	#1
BaddBusa2005 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Cleveland, TN Posts: 440	91 Suburban Dash Shell Has anyone put the suburban dash shell in their trucks? I am looking into this for one, the use of a double din radio(late model Monsoon) and second, someone decided they wanted my cd player more than I did and trash the dash shell that is in the truck now Anyhow, I have to take this shell out and decide what I am gonna do from there. damn __________________ 1981 Custom Deeluxe SWB 5.3/4L60e 3.73 and Auburn. Mustang Dyno 265hp/258tq Last edited by BaddBusa2005; 03-17-2007 at 05:25 PM.

03-17-2007, 07:59 PM	#2
Srubydo1986 The Crazy Machanic Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Nokesville Va Posts: 1,437	Re: 91 Suburban Dash Shell IS the dash shell the metal behind the dash ot the instrument panels palstic? __________________ 1986 Sliverado longbed 400 small block mean as hell, 700r4 trans (5 speed coming one day) 1970 chevelle 2dr sedan Latest update June 24 2007. *1957 4 door stationwagon - pink all original needing a good restore (body great, floors bad) newest additions 1965 shortbed fleet great granddads. Been told im nuts to bring it back from the dead (still going to happen) plans-all stock with a turbo 292 inline 3 speed column shift. and thats it big block 427 and 5 speed trans and ford 9 inch theyhave no home yet thinking what to put them in and a 79 c60 trash truck um no idea i have one

03-17-2007, 07:59 PM	#3
Pyrotechnic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 3,930	Re: 91 Suburban Dash Shell Using that late model dash bezel would be awesome. You could use an GM installation kit for a DIN radio to come out with a very professional look. . I too would like to know if the metal dash shell is different or if it's just that section where the radio is that is different. If the late model dash bezel itself will match up and the metal behind it for the radio opening can be modified, I would be willing to do that. Sucks about the radio. If the dash shell isnt seriously bent, you may be able to get away with cutting out the radio section and riveting a new piece of sheet metal in along with replacing the dash bezel which I assume the thief also broke. Changing out the entire dash shell would be a real chore so personally I would opt to repair it if possible. Got any pics of the damage ?

03-17-2007, 08:39 PM	#5
Srubydo1986 The Crazy Machanic Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Nokesville Va Posts: 1,437	Re: 91 Suburban Dash Shell well then yes you can use it with out trouble. just watch out it is tack welded up top. And as for stealing radios, thats why i put razor blades on the back side of the radio. THEY WILL BE CUT. __________________ 1986 Sliverado longbed 400 small block mean as hell, 700r4 trans (5 speed coming one day) 1970 chevelle 2dr sedan Latest update June 24 2007. 1957 4 door stationwagon - pink all original needing a good restore (body great, floors bad) newest additions 1965 shortbed fleet great granddads. Been told im nuts to bring it back from the dead (still going to happen) plans-all stock with a turbo 292 inline 3 speed column shift. and thats it big block 427 and 5 speed trans and ford 9 inch theyhave no home yet thinking what to put them in and a 79 c60 trash truck um no idea i have one Last edited by Srubydo1986; 03-17-2007 at 08:40 PM.*



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