The crash rail runs along the top of the dashboard on post-1972 MGBs, forming the padded upper edge of the facia that faces the occupants. On the original 1962 to 1968 cars, the crash roll at the top of the facia and its piping were always black regardless of trim colour. The padded crash rail became more prominent with the 1972 interior revision and continued as a major visual element of the dashboard through to the end of production. On a car of this age, the crash rail covering is frequently cracked, shrunk, or discoloured, and because it runs the full width of the dashboard it is one of the most prominent trim details in the cabin.
Crash Rail Assemblies
Complete crash rail assemblies are available in a wide range of colours with a choice of piping, allowing the rail to be matched to the broader interior scheme or coordinated with seat covers, cockpit rail, and door panels ordered at the same time.
Dash Top Covering Kit
The dash top covering kit provides a DIY retrim alternative, comprising the crash rail foam, crash rail cover, and dash top vinyl for owners who want to retrim the existing rail rather than replace the complete assembly. The hardboard base is not included, a template should be made from the original using 3mm hardboard with 3mm foam for padding, fixed with contact adhesive.
Note that fitting requires removal of the windscreen on Roadster models. The crash rail is secured by eight nuts with spring washers and plain washers. All associated fixings for crash rail installation are available alongside the main components.