>A related question: what wood is used in making Morgan dashboards? I
>suspect it has changed over the years; mine is a light coloured wood but I
>have not been able to identify it yet (for all I know, it may have started
>life as an board in a cabinet). The choice of finish will depend on the
>type of wood. I hope Morgan never used teak!
The dash in my car is walnut and I suspect that it is typical. The English
variety is slightly lighter in colour than the black walnut we are familiar
with in North America but it is a very attractive wood that is stable, easy
to work and takes finish well.
When I refinished mine about 15 years ago I just used a gloss finish
varnish that was brushed on using the best brush I could find. The dash was
hung vertically under a tent to prevent dust settling on the surface as it
dried. Then, to cut the gloss, I buffed the surface with rottenstone and
water to render a pleasing satin finish.
Whatever you do, I would suggest trying it out on a piece of scrap first to
ensure that you end up with the finish you want. Good luck!
Best regards
Scott Barrie
'63 Plus Four
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