The Dashtop 'Blackball' Screw Cover

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The Dashtop 'Blackball' Screw Cover

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It is a small part but hopefully, someone can direct me to a source!

In the middle of my dash, just under the windscreen is a large screwhead. now, it should be covered by what looks like half a black ball, but mine has gone AWOL. Does anyone have one or know a source?

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mine was missing so I used a black plastic cover that fits over some seat belt top mount bolts on the B post area.
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Any pics?

I can't imagine to what you refer?

Sure I haven't got anything like that on mine :?
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Re: The Dashtop 'Blackball' Screw Cover

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I believe it is this :) I have often wondered what it was :shock:

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hmm.. never noticed that before ...must check mine next time I'm in it.
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A089U611F - cap and washer, fascia centre fixing.
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Perfect Angus after me, SJ has one left in stock!

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Noted the presence of mine today ...never noticed it in previous 18 years! :oops:
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I've always noted the bare screw head (and de-stitched leather) on the dash and wondered if that was original design or if something was missing. At shows I always cover the screw and stitching with paperwork :P
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