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u probably are past this point by now but maybe someone else can use it.Every time I make something with curves or has a lot of detail I make a template out of mdf then attach to real wood and router.In other words. u will need a router & strait cutter router bit with guide wheel & a jig saw. # 1 purchase 2ftx4ftx3/4″mdf sheet or bigger @ local building supply. #2 screw old dash on top.cut off extra waste with jig saw leaving 1/4″ then router remainder.Drill cut router what ever holes u can want from old template.remove old dash.now change what ever u want till u get what u want.Sand smooth any edges the router wheel will follow. #3 clamp or u could use 2 or more screw holes that u would need anyway to fasten template to finished piece. now repeat cut & router.As well love the tung oil several coats & polish.suites the era.
Thanks for the interest. This is definitely a fiberfab the ff logo is molded into the fire wall with a serial # that starts with 1978. I’m assuming that’s the year the kit was made. Interesting enough a friend who is a mechanic thinks this was built professionally.It has a datsun independent rear end’ brakes’ clutch slave cylinder.The wiring harness has all red wires.we can not figure out motor.It’s a ford v-6 but It’s not a 2.8 even though it has siameased manifolds like the 2.8.If any one can help with this that would be great. check the pic. of serial # 5j11 6836 stamped on block near water out.My research tells me this could be a industrial engine or a crate motor.In any case I’m not ordering any more parts [local parts guy sick of me] until I figure this out.
Larry Murphy wrote:Nice ride!!! I think you really did win the lottery.
Do you know the kit manufacturer? It looks like a FiberFab or Classic Motor Carriage except all those have wider fenders on the front engine models. You may have a rare one indeed.
I can tell from the pictures that you have lots of fun with the car.
