wood panels

[burgundyspider]

I want to replace the wood around the instrument on the dash and glove box, etc. What kind of wood was used in the 1973 Spider?

Thank you
Ron

[So Cal Mark]

basically plywood with a veneer

[spider2081]

I would look for a marine plywood as it is less apt to delaminate when exposed to weather.

[RRoller123]

You might consider veneering over the existing dash panels, there are a few threads here and it is not very difficult. Then you are assured the original fit.

Here is an applicable thread:

http://www.fiatspider.com/f15/viewtopic ... sh#p236276

[seabeelt]

I'm in the process of making some solid Mahogany ones if your interested

[evm1024]

I use Kahaya (Mahogany) for my dashes. Just finishing up a set for the '83.

I do have a set from my past '75 that may fit. Instrument cluster, 2 strips in the center and glovebox. PM me your address and I can send them to you if you are interested. I made a number of panels that are just sitting around.

[Mick124]

I have just finished making mine. I used a top grade marine ply and then veneered the panels.

Ply cut out and test fit


Veneer glued on. Used blade to cut out holes



Finished product