Auto Meter Gauges in Dash - Ideas for Signal Lights? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Elsie72 · 11-28-2007, 01:45 PM

Just installed a full set of Ultra-lite gauges in my dash, but I'm not sure what to do for signal light indicators now. I've been looking at pictures, but haven't seen too many that have tackled this angle.

Also wouldn't mind retaining the brake warning lamp and the high-beam indicator if anyone has ideas for those.

Thanks,

CR

killer71 · 11-28-2007, 01:59 PM

oh yes we have...68 short step simply added led lights on my cluster when he did my build up. it's posted on this forum just read my build up and whooolllaaaa! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=244448

cdowns · 11-28-2007, 02:38 PM

speedway motors has really nice very small indicator lights that i've used a few times for signals and hibeams// get a streetrod cat from them www.speedwaymotors.com

hyarbour · 11-29-2007, 09:58 AM

Radio Shack has LED's with a large diameter lens that fits

Putter · 11-29-2007, 11:02 AM

Maybe I am confused here....
Do you have a 3 hole cluster or a 7 hole one?
I have a 7-hole, and used the factory locations.
I made a cluster for HartRod and added 'check engine' and 'high beam' indicators using fiber optic cable thru 1/16" holes right above the fuel gauge....you can't even see them in the pic until they are on.

Mudder · 11-29-2007, 12:46 PM

Parts stores sell leds the correct size you can use in the original holes.

Sicmaro · 11-29-2007, 01:04 PM

superbrightled.com i have order alot of there stuff. always perfect.

Orange · 11-29-2007, 01:12 PM

Everyone I have seen putting gauges in a Covan's insert or similar just always drills them a couple of holes and pops some LED's in there.

I have always thought it'd be neat to have like three Ultra-Small LED's that did a progressive blink though. They'd have to be small, otherwise, it would look very bad.

Fiber-optics would be the best.

Same goes for Indicator lights.

DLB

Elsie72 · 11-29-2007, 11:06 PM

I've got the 7 hole dash, currently holding 6 gauges. I have to find something to put in the center hole, probably use a blank black plastic sheet until I can find a clock or something to fill the middle hole. I believe I will mount the brake and high beam lights in there, I guess I'll go down to the Source and see if I can scare up some LED's.

11-28-2007, 01:45 PM	#1
Elsie72 Chinook Arch Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: High River, Alberta, Canada Posts: 218	Auto Meter Gauges in Dash - Ideas for Signal Lights? Just installed a full set of Ultra-lite gauges in my dash, but I'm not sure what to do for signal light indicators now. I've been looking at pictures, but haven't seen too many that have tackled this angle. Also wouldn't mind retaining the brake warning lamp and the high-beam indicator if anyone has ideas for those. Thanks, CR __________________ 1972 GMC 1500 Custom - Bought used by Grandpa in '74, currently back on the road after a long hiatus. Elsie's truck 2.5" dual exhaust with Hooker Aero Chambers Holley 670 Street Avenger Edelbrock Performer RPM on GMPP 290HP 350 ECE drop 3.5/5

11-28-2007, 01:59 PM	#2
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: Auto Meter Gauges in Dash - Ideas for Signal Lights? oh yes we have...68 short step simply added led lights on my cluster when he did my build up. it's posted on this forum just read my build up and whooolllaaaa! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=244448 __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

11-28-2007, 02:38 PM	#3
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Auto Meter Gauges in Dash - Ideas for Signal Lights? speedway motors has really nice very small indicator lights that i've used a few times for signals and hibeams// get a streetrod cat from them www.speedwaymotors.com __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

11-29-2007, 09:58 AM	#4
hyarbour Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fairview, ks Posts: 203	Re: Auto Meter Gauges in Dash - Ideas for Signal Lights? Radio Shack has LED's with a large diameter lens that fits

11-29-2007, 11:02 AM	#5
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	Re: Auto Meter Gauges in Dash - Ideas for Signal Lights? Maybe I am confused here.... Do you have a 3 hole cluster or a 7 hole one? I have a 7-hole, and used the factory locations. I made a cluster for HartRod and added 'check engine' and 'high beam' indicators using fiber optic cable thru 1/16" holes right above the fuel gauge....you can't even see them in the pic until they are on. Attached Images __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket** Last edited by Putter; 11-29-2007 at 11:02 AM.

11-29-2007, 12:46 PM	#6
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: Auto Meter Gauges in Dash - Ideas for Signal Lights? Parts stores sell leds the correct size you can use in the original holes.

11-29-2007, 01:04 PM	#7
Sicmaro Always wrenching!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 301	Re: Auto Meter Gauges in Dash - Ideas for Signal Lights? superbrightled.com i have order alot of there stuff. always perfect. __________________ 71 C-10 5.3L/4L60E 72 Camaro LS6/4L60E 06 Duramax 19 RZR XP4 turbo Dynamix 56 Belair 5.3/4L60E swap in progress

11-29-2007, 01:12 PM	#8
Orange Licensed to Thrill! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Northwest, GA Posts: 1,673	Re: Auto Meter Gauges in Dash - Ideas for Signal Lights? Everyone I have seen putting gauges in a Covan's insert or similar just always drills them a couple of holes and pops some LED's in there. I have always thought it'd be neat to have like three Ultra-Small LED's that did a progressive blink though. They'd have to be small, otherwise, it would look very bad. Fiber-optics would be the best. Same goes for Indicator lights. DLB __________________ 1971 GMC.Lowered. Overdrive. Orange. Krue's excellent FAQ Index.

11-29-2007, 11:06 PM	#9
Elsie72 Chinook Arch Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: High River, Alberta, Canada Posts: 218	Re: Auto Meter Gauges in Dash - Ideas for Signal Lights? I've got the 7 hole dash, currently holding 6 gauges. I have to find something to put in the center hole, probably use a blank black plastic sheet until I can find a clock or something to fill the middle hole. I believe I will mount the brake and high beam lights in there, I guess I'll go down to the Source and see if I can scare up some LED's. __________________ 1972 GMC 1500 Custom - Bought used by Grandpa in '74, currently back on the road after a long hiatus. Elsie's truck 2.5" dual exhaust with Hooker Aero Chambers Holley 670 Street Avenger Edelbrock Performer RPM on GMPP 290HP 350 ECE drop 3.5/5

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