46-48 Dash in a 41

[nellis003]

Hi all,

Starting in again on an old project - 1941 Ford 2dr Sedan mild custom. I'd heard that the 46-48 dash is pretty much a drop-in on the 41. Can I use any dash out of those years? I saw one on eBay that was described as fitting a convertible or wagon, are those different?

My thinking is that for a custom it'll be a better look to have the larger gauge openings. More options for gauges that way, too.

Thanks for any advice.

Nick

 

[Mr 42]

It will probably fit quite well.
But the nicest dash is the 51 Ford

A bit more work but it can be done.
Here is how i did it in my 42.
http://www.brandow.eu/42Coupe/Upd12/42fordpart12.htm

 

[Walt Dupont--Me.]

I'm glad I've built engines all my life, I could never do that metal work. Great job. Walt

 

[meric42]

Yes the '42 - '48 dash is a straight swap without any mods. here in NewZealand and in Australia we had '41 dashes in all our '42 through '48 Ford cars.

 

[paul2748]

I have a 41 dash in my 48. No problems in it fitting.

 

[Fredb_]

Nice looking '41