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Matt1950

Does any of the forum members have a good picture of a 1950 Super 6 Dash with the period correct wood grain style. I have seem Commodores with two different color tones and grain patterns. I want to make sure I replicate the grain correctly for my car since it was restored in the 1980's and they could have taken liberties on the color and style. Attached is a pic of my current dash.

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herm

Matt - I have a '50 Super 6 with the origional dash. I am not able to send a picture. It looks about the same as yours , but in better cond. Your dash looks origional to me. Norm;)

PAULARGETYPE

here is the web address of my 50 pacemaker while we restored it i went with the comadore dash

http://hudsonpix.multiply.com/photos/album/1/50_Hudson_P.CV_restoBABY#photo=34

HotrodHR

Here's an idea... the wood grain looks pretty good in the photo. Why not remove all the trim, gauges, etc. tape everything off and shoot 2 - 4 coats of clear (automotive, not rattle can). You will be surprised at how base color and grain will "pop" and still have the original "patina."

Prep the dash by cleaning with some soapy water (Dawn dish detergent will get ris of grease and grime). The surface is probably "rough" enough for the clear to bite, any real shiny spots can be lightly abraded with a scotch brite pad.

If you're concerned about the final product being too glossy you can add flattening agent to the clear.

Craig

Geoff C., N.Z.

This works really well, and there's nothing like the original for character. I did this on my 1928 Essex dash, which had only one or two scratches, and coated with clear polyurethane it shows up almost like new. I use this as a pattern for all the dash panels I have re-done over the years, to get the correct colour and pattern, but none of them look quite as good as my original one.

Geoff.

kamzack

Hey Matt,

I'm working on a 50 Super Six for someone and I agree, your dash looks original and in good condition. Where's Chesterfield,Mi. I'm near Tecumseh. This car is a 42k mile original except paint. If you'd like to compare, your welcome to come look.

And big thank you to Craig for the clearcoat process tip.

Kim

517-960-5832

Matt1950

Thanks for all of the great advise and info. It appears that my dash has the correct pattern on it.

This Website is a great source of information and is one of the main reasons why I felt comfortable taking on my restoration.

Hudson people have passion for their cars and the hobby. And have always gave a helping hand & advise when asked.

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