1969 Dash Pad OER or CHQ?

**HuggerSS** · #1 03-13-2021, 07:17 PM

I am getting ready to purchase a new dash pad for my 1969 Camaro SS. I was unable to find a NOS one, so I am looking at reproduction ones.
I keep hearing the new dash pads that are out now fit exceptionally well. I have friends that are recommending OER and others CHQ.
Anyone with experience with either one of these dash pads, please let me know your thoughts. Thank you in advance,

**Woj** · #2 03-13-2021, 10:01 PM

I've tried both, CHQ was the better one for sure.

**bergy** · #3 03-13-2021, 10:08 PM

Chq ��

**firstgenaddict** · #4 03-14-2021, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by bergy

Chq ��

CHQ =Classic Headquarters which is the company that the owner of Rick's Camaros started as as manufacturer of reproduction parts - they have been around for 15 or so years, were located in the building across the parking lot from Ricks in Athens GA, and make the most correct set of first gen subframe bushings-(no part numbers etc but correct shape and sizes including the small rad support bushings.) IIRC They have a pretty large portfolio of parts - they were the ones doing the bubble top ball joints, the lower repro ball joints, tie rods, and idler arms which are much closer to correct. (I am not sure whether CHQ was acquired in the deal when Ricks was bought out by the private equity firm which bought a bunch of parts suppliers - Ricks/Ecklers/Ames/Classic Ford etc )

**HuggerSS** · #5 03-14-2021, 07:28 PM

It sounds like CHQ has the best 1969 dash pad. Thank you for your response and input!

**Mr70** · #6 03-14-2021, 10:03 PM

Still see so many Cowl Induction Air cleaners on cars with CHQ stamped into them.

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