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LowchevyII · #31 06-06-2009, 02:54 PM

I have a covan's dash in my 1970 nova and has been a huge let down. I bought it without gauges at the time and once i filled it with the autometer carbon fibers i realized how far off the dash was from actually looking like carbon fiber. it looks more like a checker board. Tyler from anvil poked a little fun at it when he saw it. Hoping anvil comes up with a better alternative. I know theyll have good fit and finish and it wont be made out of ABS, rather, the real CF stuff!

Novette_71 · #32 06-10-2009, 01:27 PM

Hi,

well covanthunderroad says their dash is thicker than what you used to get, but still ABS plastic.

at least communication is A+, dash is shipped as promised around June 4th. tracking number provided. they even backed up from their original idea to use UPS ($ 310) and used USPS although there is some more hassle with the paperwork and no pick-up ($130).

that is great for more me, i saved 180 bucks

and i do appreciate they were flexible.

i guess it will be at german customs in 2 or 3 days and then add maybe 3 or 4 days for german authorities to write me a letter "please pick up your box blabla customs bla bla bring money bla bla"

keep you informed.

stealth71 · #33 06-10-2009, 03:44 PM

Glad you got it worked out. I went through Cologne in April while I was on vacation. Didn't make it far past the train station/cathedral, but we hung out on the steps and drank a beer watching some locals breakdance.

Novette_71 · #34 06-13-2009, 05:32 AM

hehe, i hope you loved the kölsch beer ... i am not a beer drinker but having in mind how the many pubs next to the rhein river are just filled with international people i assume it must be good.

My dash is in Germany, as fast as expected, now comes the "c'mon customs dept, contact me" part .....

I guess I have the panel in my hands Tuesday .... Wednesday the latest.

Novette_71 · #35 06-19-2009, 03:21 AM

Customs took almost as long as shipping itself, but I have it in my hands.... first impression : great !

Since I recognized many people are interested in these dashes I will post a new Thread "Covans Thunder Road Dash Experience" tomorrow with good pictures and infos (new thread without the classicdash fiasco).

Oh and : it is not flimsy ! Actually I think exactly the right thickness ... I am so glad.

So keep your eyes open for my new thread tom.

1badchevelle · #36 06-19-2009, 10:33 AM

Thanks for the update.

Now only if he can punch out the chevelle.