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Dash replacement for my 87 Autokraft Cobra MkIV

Started by CobraAddict, September 03, 2024, 10:11:12

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CobraAddict

G'Day All

I am the proud new owner of a 1987 Autokraft Cobra MkIV (AK1201) and one of the things I am planning to do is to change the dash setup.  It has actually already have a makeover to look more like the AC 289 MkIII configuration however they used the old Autokraft dash as a donor and although it generally 'looks the part', dimensionally, it is all wrong and I feel a car of this magnitude should have such an update done correctly with attention to detail (see pic)

So I am looking to replace it with a 'correct' 66/67 AC 289 MkIII dash template and wonder if there is anyone who makes the aluminium templates for the Autokraft car. I already have the gauges etc so really only need the aluminium panel although a complete dash with correct gauges and switches would be very much of interest.

Failing availability of that I would also consider a Shelby MkIII Roadster dash instead of which I have seen a few conversions already on the net, including original factory upgrades.

Additionally could you tell me what 'indicator light switch' is normally used on the AC 289 MkIII?  It is something else that will need replacing

Thanks in advance for your thoughts

Best Regs from Oz



RJE

Alan Faulkner-Stevens (dragonwheelsrestorations.co.uk) has done many conversions and restorations and could undoubtedly organise this for you. I think conversions that use the MGB steering column tend to use the VW Beetle turn indicator switch but I am sure someone more knowledgeable could confirm this.

CobraAddict

Quote from: RJE on September 03, 2024, 15:33:59Alan Faulkner-Stevens (dragonwheelsrestorations.co.uk) has done many conversions and restorations and could undoubtedly organise this for you. I think conversions that use the MGB steering column tend to use the VW Beetle turn indicator switch but I am sure someone more knowledgeable could confirm this.

Thanks so much for the tip. I'll get onto Dragonwheel Restorations and see what they can offer.

Best Regs from Oz