Guest 72crisp Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 hello to one and all, I am attempting to find any info about the process that was used on the aluminium dash plate of the 57 Roadmaster that I am restoring. Does anyone know where we can get this reproduced now? Many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TG57Roadmaster Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 (edited) Good question, and I hope there's an answer other than finding a good used one. LargerThe good news is that a fascia from a Century, Super or RM will work; same part used by all.How many '57 RMs Down Under? Must be pretty rare cars down there.Good luck in your quest, and welcome to the Forums,TG Edited March 26, 2014 by TG57Roadmaster (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhigdog Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 hello to one and all, I am attempting to find any info about the process that was used on the aluminium dash plate of the 57 Roadmaster that I am restoring. Does anyone know where we can get this reproduced now? Many thanksYo Mike. Maybe our friends that did the 55 dash inserts can help. Be pretty small market for it I'm guessing. These ain't no Chevys.........................Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted March 28, 2014 Share Posted March 28, 2014 Doug Seybold in Ohio does the 1955 dashboard inserts. I'm guessing that the 1957s are similar process, but not sure about that.Pete Phillips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 72crisp Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Good question, and I hope there's an answer other than finding a good used one. LargerThe good news is that a fascia from a Century, Super or RM will work; same part used by all.How many '57 RMs Down Under? Must be pretty rare cars down there.Good luck in your quest, and welcome to the Forums,TGapologies for delay in reply but thanks for the input. I guessed as much, no one is replicating the transfer now, I have seen some machined finishes but not so keen. the fascia I have is okay just worn in one area where I guess someone attempted a clean!There are a few 57 Rms around but defiantly not seen often, pretty nice examples some stock and some slightly "modified". Ours will be restored to original apart from colour, one day!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 72crisp Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Hi Pete,thanks for the suggestion. How do I make contact with Doug?CheersShaun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TG57Roadmaster Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Shaun,The '55 and earlier dash inserts are engine-turned, with the rotating head biting into the aluminum fascia creating the swirled effect. I spoke with the Mike Seybold at the AACA Nat'l in Charlotte, showed him my '57's dash, and he said his dad had made a '57 fascia some years go that the client was happy with. I don't know if they were able to create the elongated swirl as on our '57's, rather than the rounds, but at least it's a start.Contact him at:Doug Seybold 2761 Clark ParkwayWestlake, OH 44145Ph: 440.835.1193Fax: 440.835.1522 TG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 72crisp Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 Shaun,The '55 and earlier dash inserts are engine-turned, with the rotating head biting into the aluminum fascia creating the swirled effect. I spoke with the Mike Seybold at the AACA Nat'l in Charlotte, showed him my '57's dash, and he said his dad had made a '57 fascia some years go that the client was happy with. I don't know if they were able to create the elongated swirl as on our '57's, rather than the rounds, but at least it's a start.Contact him at:Doug Seybold 2761 Clark ParkwayWestlake, OH 44145Ph: 440.835.1193Fax: 440.835.1522 TGThanks again, I have spoken with a friend in design and he is keen to see what can be done and give it some thought, so I will let you know if we have any joy! I wont bother Doug until after we see what we can do.Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 Out of my old Century Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 72crisp Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 Beautiful and that is what I want to replicate!! Same colour scheme as mine was originally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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