Ironworks is offering a full custom machined gauge cluster for a 1970-72 Chevelle.

[ironworks]

As some of you guys know we are building a 1970 Chevelle for Fairway Chevrolet in Las Vegas Nevada. The customer wanted to do something to improve the look of the cheesy factory plastic dash. So we cut out the stock factory piece from the all plastic dash piece in these cars to Digitally scan the piece to make from a 9" x 6" x 33" piece of aluminum. It weighs just about 180lbs before machining and will be less the 20lbs when complete. I have had quite an interest in getting these dashes machined for other interested parties. So I'm putting it out there. I shoudl be able to sell these dashes for 5000 bucks. The Wiper, headlight switch and AC vents and controller will be extra. My goal is to create something cool in place of having to pay all this money for the factory new stuff from OPG.

http://www.opgi.com/p/interior-trim/20452/24/CH28267.html

I have enough people to make this piece actually some what kind of affordable for the masses. There is not much out there that looks really cool for these cars. And I get 3500 for a dash is spendy, but its not as bad when the all Plastic Chinese parts from OPG is regularly $2600.00 and STOCK.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CLUSTERboss1.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CLUSTERboss.jpg

For more info comment on this thread, email me, [email protected], or call the shop next week. 661 399 8999.

Thanks

[intocarss]

That makes me want a Chevelle :thumbsup:

[ironworks]

That makes me want a Chevelle :thumbsup:

ME 2.

[214Chevy]

.... but its not as bad when the all Plastic Chinese parts from OPG is regularly $2600.00 and STOCK.



Not to mention @ $2600 it will fit like $hit!! Roger, thanks for making such a fine piece. I think there is a great market out there if someone will actually take the time out and break away from 1st gen Camaro parts to tap into it for the 70-72 Chevelles. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

Awesome! And a great price for a "CUSTOM" dash!


:thumbsup:

[samckitt]

That looks cool. What CAD system you use to model this?

[96z28ss]

That looks cool. What CAD system you use to model this?

It started as a Laser Scan of the factory dash. Then had to reverse engineer all the gauges, the switches, led the vintage air products, and single din radio slot.
Everything was designed using UG NX 7.
This is a pretty well thought out piece. It's got all the instruments you'd need. 2 auxiliary ports for 12 volt power.
This piece will fit better than any plastic piece on the market.
Personally I think it looks better than a Covan dash.

[Bryce]

It started as a Laser Scan of the factory dash. Then had to reverse engineer all the gauges, the switches, led the vintage air products, and single din radio slot.
Everything was designed using UG NX 7.
This is a pretty well thought out piece. It's got all the instruments you'd need. 2 auxiliary ports for 12 volt power.
This piece will fit better than any plastic piece on the market.
Personally I think it looks better than a Covan dash.

Nice work! I want my own 3D scanner.

[samckitt]

It started as a Laser Scan of the factory dash. Then had to reverse engineer all the gauges, the switches, led the vintage air products, and single din radio slot.
Everything was designed using UG NX 7.
This is a pretty well thought out piece. It's got all the instruments you'd need. 2 auxiliary ports for 12 volt power.
This piece will fit better than any plastic piece on the market.
Personally I think it looks better than a Covan dash.

Laser scan? That sounds cool. I thought it looked like NX. I work for Siemens & have used NX/Unigraphics since V9, back in 1992.

[214Chevy]

.....
Personally I think it looks better than a Covan dash.

It definately looks a thousand times better than a Covan. Covan dashes are extremely overpriced. I used to have one. While it is an ok piece, I was highly disappointed that is was just a thin piece of vacuum formed ABS plastic for the price.

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Not a bad price for that much machine time, Looks good

[Streetking]

Beautiful work guys!:thumbsup:

[ironworks]

Thanks Guys. Bob and Matt should get most of the credit and of course the customer for paying the bill.

[nicks67ca]

I remember seeing something that Bentley uses 1 piece dashes like this to control the amount of in-car noise. I can't help but think this would help as well, real nice work guys.

[ironworks]

I have about one week left on this deal. We may never have a group together to do another one at a later date. This is a cheap deal for this kind of work.

[ironworks]

Final days, Black Friday Sale. How ever you want to say it. :D :D :D

I have sold 7 of these deals. After this they will be much more expensive.

We have an AC version, and a NON AC version.

[ironworks]

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4436.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4437.jpg
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http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4440.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4446.jpg

#1 is complete. Enjoy

[intocarss]

That's beautiful

[samckitt]

Dang that is nice. Almost with I had a use for one.

Looks challenging & rewarding to model something like that. You need any 3D modelers......? ;-)

[ironworks]

I'm going to put the rough cut prototype in my Dirt race car. HAHA

[19,69camaro]

If anyone buys one of these and paints it, they should be kicked very hard between their legs! Now if they were black anodized that would be freakin amazing.

[Swain]

Very Nice machine work. There's a ton of hours right there. Dash Looks amazing.



http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4436.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4437.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4438.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4440.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4446.jpg

#1 is complete. Enjoy

[ironworks]

If anyone buys one of these and paints it, they should be kicked very hard between their legs! Now if they were black anodized that would be freakin amazing.

I know 2 of the guys plan to paint the recessed sections to minimize how much the dash stands out. With as much as these cost, they can do what ever they want. HAHA

Thanks

[MaxHarvard]

Simply stunning!

[96z28ss]

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4436.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4437.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4438.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4440.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/CIMG4446.jpg

#1 is complete. Enjoy

Wow that looks real good. AWESOME!!

[214Chevy]

Top notch quality Roger. Very cool. :trophy-1302: Had I not put the Impala dash in my Chevelle, I would definately spring for one.

[BBT FAB]

Top Notch 3k is a steal!! I am sure there is more than that just in the Draw time!!

[Streetking]

Very nice guys!

[coolwelder62]

:G-Dub: :G-Dub:

[kennyd]

If anyone buys one of these and paints it, they should be kicked very hard between their legs! Now if they were black anodized that would be freakin amazing.

i want to anodize mine black and leave some if it polished , BUT i have to check the anodizer if he has a product that will cover the areas that needto stay polished . if not it will be painted .

[214Chevy]

If anyone buys one of these and paints it, they should be kicked very hard between their legs! Now if they were black anodized that would be freakin amazing.

i want to anodize mine black and leave some if it polished , BUT i have to check the anodizer if he has a product that will cover the areas that needto stay polished . if not it will be painted .

Uh ohh, Kenny you better wear a cup or be prepaired for a swift, hard kick between the legs. LOL!! :poke: :lmao: :lmao:

[ironworks]

Now to finalize how to finish it properly.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/3-5-2013004.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/3-5-2013005.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/3-5-2013006.jpg

Pretty cool.

[GregWeld]

That thing is bad azz to the bone!!



Nicely done!

[Bucketlist2012]

What do you have for a 1971 Z/28 ? :thankyou:

[HWY Nova]

Awesome!

[tones2SS]

Very nicely done Rodger. Looks killer.

[ironworks]

What do you have for a 1971 Z/28 ? :thankyou:

Nothing yet but looking at other models to do something with.

[Bucketlist2012]

Nothing yet but looking at other models to do something with.

Thanks...:thumbsup:

[coolwelder62]

Rodger,This is so cool.I want one to hang on the wall of my Double wide.:thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

Rodger,This is so cool.I want one to hang on the wall of my Double wide.:thumbsup:




Why would you want to hang that on your shorts??





:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[96z28ss]

I think it would look cool, leave the top faces and the outer ridge that goes all around the cluster polished, the rest in a textured or wrinkle black.

[ironworks]

Update. We have filled all but the 2 custom dash orders that are being machined very soon. I had 1 guy back out and I ordered an extra dash to sell to the guy who just had to have one when we were done. We have no plans to do more of these unless we have them casted from aluminum and machined from the casting. There is over 28 hours of machine time alone in these dashes. That does not include the nearly 200 lbs block of aluminum.

So I have 2 dashes ready to ship today. If you want one now is your time as I'm not sure we will do any more.

Enjoy the pics. The painted center section is going in the 1970 Chevelle project for Fairway Chevrolet.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/7-16-2013007.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/7-16-2013007.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/7-16-2013004.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/7-16-2013004.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/7-16-2013005.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/7-16-2013005.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/7-16-2013006.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/7-16-2013006.jpg.html)

Here is a picture of the dash in the car before it went to the Interior shop for the remaining interior items.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/4-23-2013011.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/4-23-2013011.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/IMAG0171.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/IMAG0171.jpg.html)

If your interested in getting one of the last two available you need to act fast. Give us a call 661 399 8999 or Email me - [email protected]

[96z28ss]

Wow that looks good with the center painted black.

Hurry up cause I can't wait to see a pic of it in the car.

[ironworks]

Wow that looks good with the center painted black.

Hurry up cause I can't wait to see a pic of it in the car.

The customer flys in next weekend after I get back from Seattle to test drive and inspect. Its actually a dark gray not black.

[tones2SS]

Wow, that looks killer Rodger.

[Che70velle]

Want one? That's putting it mildly. I've told my car all about these dashes. I have a picture of one in my wallet. It's just too much coin for my budget. Perhaps one will show up on flea bay in 15 years or so...

[540]

Are there any more available?
Please call three-0-five-six-3-two-o-three-six-six
Thanks

[540]

Well, I think I got the last one coming to Miami. Hopefully it will not be to much to get it installed. I'm thinking black in the flat parts and all raised sections polished. Sport Comp 11 gauges and thinking of the center gauge trying to fit a Dakota http://www.dakotadigital.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=product/product_id=63/category_id=401/home_id=-1/mode=prod/prd63.htm
If think the center hole was bigger but maybe something out there that could be used to see trans gear selected.
can't wait to get it.

[ironworks]

Due to the overwhelming response we have gotten from this Dash we will be machining a limit quantity once again in late July. These dashes start out from a 200 lbs block of aluminum and end up at roughly 17lbs. It takes 28 hours to make those 183lbs of aluminum chips. The dash is designed to use all the normal parts most protouring guys use.

These dashes have been in some awarding winning cars this year and there are quite a few more coming out this summer. Due to the huge cost to design and manufacture these dashes, The price for these dashes is 5000.00 bucks. It not cheap but I had no idea that demand we would have for this kinda product.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/70chevelle-ISK-25.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/70chevelle-ISK-25.jpg.html)

[66fury]

dash is truely awesome.i have access to a cnc and have used it to make parts for my car so i know the work it takes to make such a magnificent piece. i would like to know what kind of steering wheel is in the chevelle.

[ironworks]

dash is truely awesome.i have access to a cnc and have used it to make parts for my car so i know the work it takes to make such a magnificent piece. i would like to know what kind of steering wheel is in the chevelle.

Budnik

[214Chevy]

Due to the overwhelming response we have gotten from this Dash we will be machining a limit quantity once again in late July....These dashes have been in some awarding winning cars this year and there are quite a few more coming out this summer...I had no idea that demand we would have for this kinda product.

Read below Rodger what I told you earlier in this thread.....(post #4)

I think there is a great market out there if someone will actually take the time out and break away from 1st gen Camaro parts to tap into it for the 70-72 Chevelles. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[ironworks]

Read below Rodger what I told you earlier in this thread.....(post #4)


The problem was my machinist under bid the dashes pretty badly and said he would never make another one so I figured the supply was going to be even harder then the demand. Well with all the press this car is getting the dash seems to be a pretty well asked for part. But we will see how many more people will actually buy a 5000 dash for their car. I maybe pretty surprised.

[Ron in SoCal]

The problem was my machinist under bid the dashes pretty badly and said he would never make another one so I figured the supply was going to be even harder then the demand. Well with all the press this car is getting the dash seems to be a pretty well asked for part. But we will see how many more people will actually buy a 5000 dash for their car. I maybe pretty surprised.

I know well how economies of scale works Rodger, but if your guy is underbid on one @ 5k, does making more compund his problem or is he happy to just have the work?

Serious, respectful question O Tall One with glasses,

[ironworks]

I know well how economies of scale works Rodger, but if your guy is underbid on one @ 5k, does making more compund his problem or is he happy to just have the work?

Serious, respectful question O Tall One with glasses,

He is not under bid at one. That is price he will make them at.

The old price was 4000 bucks and I have sold 9 or 10 of them. Some of the guys who got in before we machined a prototype were a little less. But at 4k I could not get my machinist to even think about doing anymore once he figured out he under bid it.

With machining there is never a point your just glad to have work. The up keep on those big expensive machines makes it mandatory that your profitable alaways. That would be like you driving across country for gas money alone, there is no economics that will ever make that worth while. EVER.

[Ron in SoCal]

^ 'Rodger' that :cheers:

[214Chevy]

Hey, that's business. Demand drives up the price on anything....no matter what it is.

[GregWeld]

When you put into perspective what a DSE stamped steel flat dash panel costs for a '69 Camaro -- what a pro shop would have into it with layout - cutting - mods to make it be "different" -- paint prep and paint.... The $5K isn't far off what all that would cost. Or if you factor in a shops cost to give a guy a complete custom dash... then it's most likely cheaper! And it's KILLER KOOL!

[ironworks]

When you put into perspective what a DSE stamped steel flat dash panel costs for a '69 Camaro -- what a pro shop would have into it with layout - cutting - mods to make it be "different" -- paint prep and paint.... The $5K isn't far off what all that would cost. Or if you factor in a shops cost to give a guy a complete custom dash... then it's most likely cheaper! And it's KILLER KOOL!

True that.

But most people will not understand the effort they will put into something in reality until they have it invested and they have blown their wad of money in the process. So hindsight is always 20/20.

We did a billet dash and glove box for this 1966 truck we are building with an early dash in it. I don't think there is a truck guy on the planet that will pay 3000 for billet dash for their 66 truck and 1500 for a glove box. So you also have to build for the market.

[coolwelder62]

Rodger,The dash was such an awesome idea.And they turned out so frickin cool.Keep up the great work.Your build style and taste is Outstanding & Ipeccable!!!!!!.

[ironworks]

Rodger,The dash was such an awesome idea.And they turned out so frickin cool.Keep up the great work.Your build style and taste is Outstanding & Ipeccable!!!!!!.

My wife just wishes that style and taste carried over into a snappy dresser. But cool cars and a tropical paradise back yard will have to do I suppose.

Thanks Scott