late model dash

Can't comment on your question about differences in speedo/tach mounting. However, I wanted to make you aware that along with the new dash, the gage/switch panel & console for the "single pod" dash are different as well.

I don't believe you can swap the dash alone.

George

If you do a search on this BB regarding this subject you'll find that this requires a substantial amount of work.

Funny this conversation,,,, when I was buying I wanted a single pod no matter what, but the car for me (performance parts) was a dual pod. After years of ownership I must say that I now prefer the dual pod dash on Panteras in general ???? More authentic / exotic to me I guess??? Just a thought, .......... O O ........ it’s kind of cool in its own way…... More old school...

Ask yourself what the motivation for the switch over is. Just because it is newer? So what.

The hand sewn early dash is a much finer unit than the later ones from an upholstery viewpoint.

Pretty sure tach and speedo are the same, though.

However, it is a major PITA to swap over. A/C unit vents are different, too; in addition to the mounting and center console issues already mentioned.

Lot of money and time - isn't there something else that would be more productive for a winter project?

Just my 2¢

Larry (quite happy with my early dash)

There is also a third type of dash which is the post Ford dash.
It has four A/C vents which are of a different type design.
The tach and the speedos are the same but you are going to be splicing in new wire extensions all over.

The a/c ducting needs to be"modified to fit and the controls are different.

The front part of the console, that mounts the gauges is a little different and needs to be replaced or "modified".

The windshield wiper switches, emergency flasher, and windshield washer are located lower.

The serial number plate needs to be remounted and the "new dash" needs to be "fit" to your car.

It seems like a simple bolt in but it isn't.

Well, I think that answers my questions. Maybe I'll pass on the dash. Thanks for the info guys.