Thanks to all for your input! I've found the answer to my dash pad question ... 65 Fury's evidently had the option of with or w/o dash pad. I've found the broadcast build sheet, and there is a space for the dash pad code (in my cars case, it's empty) and no written comments in the "special instructions" section concerning a dash pad. Also, there is no evidence of any mounting holes in the metal base for a pad. So my best guess is ... never had one. Thanks again for your help!
Ron