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04-29-2006, 01:25 AM
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I want to make this
http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=466916
i like this guys idea but i dont have the cash for it right now. i also wanna do a shift light between the tach and speedo. anybody have the tools or know where i can go to get a piece of metal cutout to fit the gauges so i can kinda do the whole damn thing myself? i can make the template and have it painted myself for what its worth. even the mounting tabs i can rig off my parts car.
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04-29-2006, 08:09 AM
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Im with jake, How can I make a guage thing like that..my spedo only goes up to 85...
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04-30-2006, 01:01 PM
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Originally Posted by WayFast84
Im with jake, How can I make a guage thing like that..my spedo only goes up to 85...
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You just have to cut out a plate that is the same size and shape as the stock cluster, and then drill holes for the guages that you want to put in.
Something like this, but much cheaper when you make it yoruself: http://www.covansclassic.com/parts/d...068.44.248.106
- Justin
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04-30-2006, 06:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Tru2Chevy
You just have to cut out a plate that is the same size and shape as the stock cluster, and then drill holes for the guages that you want to put in.
Something like this, but much cheaper when you make it yoruself: http://www.covansclassic.com/parts/d...068.44.248.106
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how do u wire up the guages?
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04-30-2006, 10:10 PM
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I think the stock gauges weigh less...
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04-30-2006, 10:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Little G
I think the stock gauges weigh less...
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craig i have been having problems with my temp gauge and i'd rather play it safe and get better gauges. i dont like the look of pillar gauges so this was the best solution. and the tach will be more accurate as well since i have a lightened flywheel and i'm getting a cam...
not to mention it looks cool
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Except Jersey mike, great kid, but the way he looks at me makes me feel like im in danger
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05-01-2006, 01:19 AM
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How to never have an SES light illuminated 
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Junk the pos, spend the money on beer, acquire headache.
Same result cept this headache doesnt last months.
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05-01-2006, 07:03 AM
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no kidding there 
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05-01-2006, 08:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Savage_Messiah
How to never have an SES light illuminated |
never thought about that but thats cool too 
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Except Jersey mike, great kid, but the way he looks at me makes me feel like im in danger
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05-01-2006, 11:31 AM
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Originally Posted by WayFast84
how do u wire up the guages?
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Start reading up on the car's electrical system....
BTW - I just priced out the guages they use. I want Autometer Phantom gauges, and the cost of Covan's blank panel and all the gauges that they use in it are $750 from them, and $560 if you buy it all separate. So you're basically paying $200 for them to install the gauges and wire them up for you.
- Justin
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05-01-2006, 11:49 AM
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They must be making some decent money off of that then
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Junk the pos, spend the money on beer, acquire headache.
Same result cept this headache doesnt last months.
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05-01-2006, 11:53 AM
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They must be making some decent money off of that then
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Yea, I'm sure they are. Hell, the black molded panel with 6 holes punched in it sells for $120, and you know it can't cost them more than $10 start to finish (materials, machine work, human labor....)
- Justin
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05-01-2006, 11:58 AM
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OK who wants to go into this business with me then 
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Junk the pos, spend the money on beer, acquire headache.
Same result cept this headache doesnt last months.
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05-01-2006, 12:14 PM
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what would you do for the odometer?
all of those gauges together cost a ****load of money...i would rather just get the a-pillar gauges myself. which is why theyre coming on thursday
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05-01-2006, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by GP99GT
what would you do for the odometer?
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the odometers are part of the speedos in the aftermarket gauges.
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05-01-2006, 07:27 PM
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can I make a panel in wood? and then like cover it in leather?
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05-01-2006, 07:39 PM
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Yea, but it would rot over time. Why the heck would you make it in wood?
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05-01-2006, 07:57 PM
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wood shop, im so damn bored in class, and I dont feel like making some stupid ass thing ill never ever use..
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05-06-2006, 11:37 PM
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Hat rack, mine's still up and I made that **** in 8th grade, I'm 21!!!
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