Covering holes in the dash?????

[Greaser]

I am wanting to get rid of my old speedo, and my radio in the dash of my boat. Figured since I was repainting the boat, now is a great time to do it. What is the best way to fix these holes??

[YeLLowBoaT]

normally plywood slugs and glass.

[Greaser]

Thanks for the response. I have already plugged the holes with plywood. I was wondering about the glass. I was also told that I could use dyna glass over the plywood, and sand it smooth. Is this true?

[YeLLowBoaT]

you could, but I wouldn't. i would grind a bevel in in the dash and fill with layers of glass.
I mean if you going to do it, might as well do it right and not risk it froming a crack latter on down the road.

[Greaser]

Would there be enough stress in that area to make it crack out?

[YeLLowBoaT]

yes. there is lots of stress in the dash.

[Greaser]

Thanks for the info!!!

[Devilman]

Would there be enough stress in that area to make it crack out?
If you keep letting T.S. sit up there to sunbathe, there will be all sorts of stress.....

[Greaser]

If you keep letting T.S. sit up there to sunbathe, there will be all sorts of stress.....
Now thats just down right nasty focker:jawdrop:

[Greaser]

you could, but I wouldn't. i would grind a bevel in in the dash and fill with layers of glass.
I mean if you going to do it, might as well do it right and not risk it froming a crack latter on down the road.
Is this something a novice can do, or would I be better of taking it to a profesional?