30-31 instrument panel

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I’m having trouble getting all 4 screws to engage when I recently re-installed the dash panel. I believe the issue is that the is a 30-years old reproduction part that sticks out too much, making the screws too short. The gas gauge almost sits slightly behind the instrument panel.

Have any of you replaced your instrument panel, and if so, were you happy with the fit of the replacement part ?

My options are either buy a new reproduction part, of have my original panel replated.

Thanks - JIm