Dash Pad & Door Panels 1969 Ford Mustang Restoration Part 68 Dashes Direct, Laurel Mountain Mustang

[@davidwright873]

I remember when i bought my dashpad for my 70....I was blown away by look and fitment....it looks totally amazing! Its the centerpiece of the interior for this particular model/year....imho...

[@SpiritedWrenchers]

Hey Rich, not sure if you're still keeping up with comments in these older videos but was watching this one as we're doing a '70 Mustang restomod on our channel and this episode of yours has me scratching my head. Ours is a Deluxe model but the door panels don't cover the entire door. The lower portion is painted to match the interior. Now I'm planning on going to install all new full door panels only because I like the full look better but curious why this would be considering it has the Deluxe interior setup. Thanks in advance and glad you still have these older videos out there.

[@t.blakeevanson535]

Working on my dad's 1969 Mach 1 Fastback, any suggestions for a radio? Love a classic look with modern touches

[@Cobrafanatik22]

Again, showing your superior knowledge of these cars. Great work Rich. Coming together really nice.

[@MustangConnection1]

Thanks Billy, I am 95% done on the cosmetics, now to tackle the ride height, alignment, tunes, trans and motor issues.

[@Cobrafanatik22]

MustangConnection1 oh that sounds like fun with lots of frustration. Hope it all goes well.

[@MustangConnection1]

Cobrafanatik22 It is but I just try and take it in stride.I think at this stage I look at a restoration\project car is not finished until it is finished, just part of the process of working on an old car. They always have some issue, that's why all of those car shows on cable really are b.s. You cannot whip a car out in a day or a week or a month and sell it to a new owner, those cars always need to be wrung out.

[@Cobrafanatik22]

Yeah I agree with that. Those shows have to be made to look like a very short period of time. Not realistic.

[@dennistrull1475]

Wish you would have shown it going in

[@steveedwards4495]

Hi bud great vid. Maybe getting a 70 fastback on Sunday with a scruffy interior. I want to change the door panels from standard flat to those deluxe. Is it a straight swap and are the doors the same for deluxe or standard trim? Cheers, Steve, UK

[@MustangConnection1]

Steve, There is actually a bit of work to swap from a standard to deluxe door set up. There is lighting and wiring harness that will need to be added along with all of the bright work and door cups. Of course many have made the conversion but it can get pricey to do the whole lot correctly.

[@steveedwards4495]

@@MustangConnection1 cool thanks bud. Was going to get a full set that includes it all from cj pony cars i tjink its called. Ill have to sort the wiring extra. Not even got the car yet lol. Swapping 69 super bee for 70 fastback mebbe

[@SaintlessRex]

Where did you get the parts for your mustang?

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Very nice and impossible to detect which was original and what is repro once installed.

[@MustangConnection1]

It really is a nice piece, thanks for checking it out George!

[@tywarren4704]

I apologize if you've answered this already, but what color would the lower door portion be on a deluxe white interior car?

[@MustangConnection1]

It should match your lower dash color, likely dark charcoal metallic( looks black). The door panel covers the entire inner part of the door.

[@Buckswoodshop]

Super good fit.

[@MustangConnection1]

Thanks Matt!

[@JohnCarey1963Jag]

Very nice piece, I wish the dash panel for my Jaguar as-type fit as well. I bought a foam backed vinyl cover for my OE metal panel and glued it on. It's not bad but I can see the little edges aren't as nice as the factory part was.

[@MustangConnection1]

John, That is one lucky thing about the Mustang aftermarket being so well supported. I am very impressed with this dash piece it is darn near NOS quality. I am sure the one you made is almost as good as the original, the work you are doing is true artisan stuff, a real treat to watch.

[@MrMach1]

Looks real nice!!!

[@MustangConnection1]

Thanks Gary!

[@MrMach1]

Rich did you happen to see my 2014 50th Mustangs Anniversary all Ford Show pictures?

[@MustangConnection1]

MrMach12004 I did now, and just hit the like button for ya too. Nice job on the montage

[@MustangConnection1]

Dave Villa I guess dat is a good thing :)

[@TheWreckingYard]

Looking good

[@MustangConnection1]

Thanks Ron!

[@shanebowles2632]

The devil is in the detail and the details look sweet on your car Rich. I'm having trouble with my doors now the new rubber has been installed also my windows keep slideing off of the vertical post's any tips on how to solve both problems would be great man....

[@MustangConnection1]

Thanks Shane. The only answer on the door rubber, assuming they were lined up before the new rubber, is simply let them wear in,it just takes time for them to get into the new shape. Unless you are using NOS seals the aftermarket stuff just needs time to be persuaded to close correctly. The windows came with a rubber u shaped sleeve that sits in the vertical clamp between the clamp and the post, it's probably gone or worn out. If its missing there is nothing to keep the window from sliding, take a peak and see if they are there.

[@shanebowles2632]

That's awesome Rich thanks man

[@dashes_direct2751]

Hello I'm writing from Dashes Direct. I sent you an email regarding working together on some videos if possible.

[@MustangConnection1]

Hayden, I sent you a return email.