Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

tcb-1 · 05-12-2009, 05:49 PM

just picked up a near PERFECT speed warning gauge cluster. however, it did not include the ridiculously expensive buzzer and harness. I have found an affordable buzzer @ Cheyenne-Super Man and a new repop harness, but would like a pic of the back of the gauge cluster to determine where the buzzer mounts and how the harness is routed. the buzzer does mount on the back of the cluster tin, correct?

could someone post a pic??

thanks gang!!

**too much stuff** · 05-12-2009, 05:58 PM

The buzzer mounts on a bracket on top of the column. Just a single wire to the back of the tin. I can take a pic later if you still need it. Eric

tcb-1 · 05-12-2009, 06:19 PM

Eric,
could I trouble you for a pic of the column mounting?? I did figure out that the brass mounting pin on the back was some type of grounding lug, but couldn't figure out where the buzzer mounts.

BLAZERMAN · 05-12-2009, 08:51 PM

Here is a couple pics of an original speed warning buzzer mounting.

teeitup · 05-12-2009, 08:56 PM

All the ones I've taken off were mounted on firewall like Rob's pics, Not saying Eric hasn't had some with a bracket. GM did some things different in some of there assembly lines.

into69z · 05-12-2009, 09:32 PM

TCB-!-I too am working on a speed warning dash and have some of the same questions you have-I did not understand what that brass looking washer was for-you said a ground( i think) and I would guess it's a ground for the speedo?would the ground for the dash cluster do the same thing or is there an additional ground to that odd brass washer? I agree, pictures or a diagram would be helpful. Do you know if cheyenne man has anymore buzzers? Thanks for any help!

71 super · 05-12-2009, 09:51 PM

If you look closely at the white needle (the set needle on the speedo) there is a small wire that grounds out when the regular needle crosses or comes into contact with it. This causes the circuit to close and the buzzer to go off. The brass connector is one pole of the circuit with the rest being located in the buzzer/relay. Instant buzz

. All of the setups I have seen have mounted onto the firewall as others have stated. As far as the buzzers seat belt buzzers from same year cars are relatively the same -they will work but have an extra pin, camaros came with speed alerts as did corvettes so your options are a little more broad than you might think. Almost everything is repoped for camaros and vettes including the correct type knob and retaining nut. The cable for the cars is about 6 inches longer than the truck units but will work without a hitch. They will run approx. $35 from Classic industries and other suppliers. Hope this helps, Harold

**too much stuff** · 05-12-2009, 10:17 PM

The one i just recently pulled from an original truck and it was listed on the spid, was mounted on the "hoop" bracket over the steering column. The only thing i can think is the truck was a 69. I think the one i found before that was on the firewall. (that was a 67) The 69 also had 2 screws in it. So i am unsure of what is correct now.

tcb-1 · 05-12-2009, 10:05 PM

Thanks a BUNCH gang, especially you Rob!! perfect pic. that will at least get me started. as stated, I pcked up a repop harness at Classic Parts and it looks really well done. just need to figure out where that darn buzzer mounts.

I don't want to spend upwards of a $100 on evilbay for an original buzzer, so going for a repop there as well.

used to be a easy pulling my gauge cluster, but now I have the main harness, the s.w. harness, the oil line, the tach harness, and the vacuum gauge tube. I don't think I'll be taking it out again anytime soon!!!!

again, that guys for the help!!!

tcb-1 · 05-13-2009, 08:18 AM

I think the buzzer was placed anywhere the assembly line worker could get his/her hands. I've looked through the factory assembly books and found zilch on where the buzzer was mounted. however, it was probably listed in a special assembly line bulletin. however, it could have just been the luck of the draw??

but good info here guys, I appreciate the help!!

72BlckButy · 05-13-2009, 08:03 PM

Okay Doug... we need pics of this thing!

I hear a FAQ in the works...

badpeanut · 05-13-2009, 09:01 PM

Here are some pictures of a factory harness and how it connects to the cluster (from a '67 CST and the buzzer was mounted to the firewall as pictured above):

tcb-1 · 05-13-2009, 09:33 PM

a-ha! great pic badpeanut! yep, that how mine looked before I tore it down to bare bones. I didn't have the harness, but with your pic, I can at least compare the length of the wires on my repop. thanks!! rep points!

Nate,
you know me. the minute I got it, I started the tear down and cleaning. the gauge faces are the cleanest I have ever seen and the speed warning is tight and works like a charm. I am going to have to find a way to adapt it to my tach/vac cluster in the truck now..

which brings me to a question for all who have worked on these.

I need to install a ground post on a tin that never had one mounted on it. this is the post that connects the speedometer, through the tin, to the wiring harness.

71 super · 05-14-2009, 12:44 PM

I can email you a picture of mine if you will pm me. I can't for the life of me post pics or I would. Harold

chas350 · 05-16-2009, 08:40 AM

does the dash have a warning light also? can a 1970 up have one of these?

tcb-1 · 05-16-2009, 02:36 PM

chas,
they were only installed on '69 and below. the cruise control option sort of nixed the idea....

no, there wasn't a visual warning on the cluster, only and audible buzzer located approx. in the area Rob has shown in the pics above.

chas350 · 05-16-2009, 05:03 PM

I have that exact box (looks like a relay or flasher) on all my trucks, 3-1970 and 1-1971. the wires go to the fuse box though.... what is this then? did they have a door open buzzer?
I will post pics of mine to compare.

chas

chas350 · 05-16-2009, 05:29 PM

Here is the pic of my mystery part lol from a 70 k10
3rd pic is from 70 c10

tcb-1 · 05-16-2009, 06:38 PM

that there is a genuine 100% headlight relay.

chas350 · 05-16-2009, 06:52 PM

Ahha! Ok, now I see the light! I studied the under dash pics above and see the speed warning buzzer mounts higher.

thanks

05-12-2009, 05:49 PM	#1
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request just picked up a near PERFECT speed warning gauge cluster. however, it did not include the ridiculously expensive buzzer and harness. I have found an affordable buzzer @ Cheyenne-Super Man and a new repop harness, but would like a pic of the back of the gauge cluster to determine where the buzzer mounts and how the harness is routed. the buzzer does mount on the back of the cluster tin, correct? could someone post a pic?? thanks gang!! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson Last edited by tcb-1; 05-12-2009 at 05:50 PM.

05-12-2009, 05:58 PM	#2
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,718	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request The buzzer mounts on a bracket on top of the column. Just a single wire to the back of the tin. I can take a pic later if you still need it. Eric __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

05-12-2009, 06:19 PM	#3
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request Eric, could I trouble you for a pic of the column mounting?? I did figure out that the brass mounting pin on the back was some type of grounding lug, but couldn't figure out where the buzzer mounts. __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

05-12-2009, 08:51 PM	#4
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,826	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request Here is a couple pics of an original speed warning buzzer mounting. __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

05-12-2009, 08:56 PM	#5
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request All the ones I've taken off were mounted on firewall like Rob's pics, Not saying Eric hasn't had some with a bracket. GM did some things different in some of there assembly lines. __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

05-12-2009, 09:32 PM	#6
into69z "brand new second-hand" Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: White House, Tennessee Posts: 526	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request TCB-!-I too am working on a speed warning dash and have some of the same questions you have-I did not understand what that brass looking washer was for-you said a ground( i think) and I would guess it's a ground for the speedo?would the ground for the dash cluster do the same thing or is there an additional ground to that odd brass washer? I agree, pictures or a diagram would be helpful. Do you know if cheyenne man has anymore buzzers? Thanks for any help! __________________ Steve 69 3/4t custom camper tilt,am/fm,speed warning,air gauge,buddy buckets,aux battery, big block,p/s,p/b,a/c 67 Camaro 96 Impala ss-sold 04 hybrid Honda-saving gas for the blue truck!:b69:

05-12-2009, 09:51 PM	#7
71 super Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Canton North carolina Posts: 3,079	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request If you look closely at the white needle (the set needle on the speedo) there is a small wire that grounds out when the regular needle crosses or comes into contact with it. This causes the circuit to close and the buzzer to go off. The brass connector is one pole of the circuit with the rest being located in the buzzer/relay. Instant buzz . All of the setups I have seen have mounted onto the firewall as others have stated. As far as the buzzers seat belt buzzers from same year cars are relatively the same -they will work but have an extra pin, camaros came with speed alerts as did corvettes so your options are a little more broad than you might think. Almost everything is repoped for camaros and vettes including the correct type knob and retaining nut. The cable for the cars is about 6 inches longer than the truck units but will work without a hitch. They will run approx. $35 from Classic industries and other suppliers. Hope this helps, Harold __________________ 67 blue step side- bb 68 gold and white swb cst anniversary 68 custom swb hot rod Ls swap 69 swb cst 6 cylinder/ overdrive 69 black/black cst bb swb 70 orange and white cst Canada built truck swb bb 71 black and white super swb bb 71 red and white super swb 72 green and white super swb 4x4 62 nova wagon 400 series Ls swapped 68 Camaro 327/4 speed- 1 owner, original paint 66 Volkswagen bettle 69 auto stick Volkswagen Beetle Last edited by 71 super; 05-12-2009 at 09:52 PM.

05-12-2009, 10:17 PM	#8
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,718	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request The one i just recently pulled from an original truck and it was listed on the spid, was mounted on the "hoop" bracket over the steering column. The only thing i can think is the truck was a 69. I think the one i found before that was on the firewall. (that was a 67) The 69 also had 2 screws in it. So i am unsure of what is correct now. __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

05-12-2009, 10:05 PM	#9
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request Thanks a BUNCH gang, especially you Rob!! perfect pic. that will at least get me started. as stated, I pcked up a repop harness at Classic Parts and it looks really well done. just need to figure out where that darn buzzer mounts. I don't want to spend upwards of a $100 on evilbay for an original buzzer, so going for a repop there as well. used to be a easy pulling my gauge cluster, but now I have the main harness, the s.w. harness, the oil line, the tach harness, and the vacuum gauge tube. I don't think I'll be taking it out again anytime soon!!!! again, that guys for the help!!! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

05-13-2009, 08:18 AM	#10
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request I think the buzzer was placed anywhere the assembly line worker could get his/her hands. I've looked through the factory assembly books and found zilch on where the buzzer was mounted. however, it was probably listed in a special assembly line bulletin. however, it could have just been the luck of the draw?? but good info here guys, I appreciate the help!! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

05-13-2009, 08:03 PM	#11
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request Okay Doug... we need pics of this thing! I hear a FAQ in the works... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

05-13-2009, 09:01 PM	#12
badpeanut Not a bad nut after all.. Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: ND Posts: 1,756	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request Here are some pictures of a factory harness and how it connects to the cluster (from a '67 CST and the buzzer was mounted to the firewall as pictured above): Attached Images __________________ '05 Chevy 2500HD 4x4 '72 GMC LWB 4x2 driver '72 Chevy LWB 4x4 plow truck '71 Blazer 4x4 driver '70 GMC LWB trailer

05-13-2009, 09:33 PM	#13
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request a-ha! great pic badpeanut! yep, that how mine looked before I tore it down to bare bones. I didn't have the harness, but with your pic, I can at least compare the length of the wires on my repop. thanks!! rep points! Nate, you know me. the minute I got it, I started the tear down and cleaning. the gauge faces are the cleanest I have ever seen and the speed warning is tight and works like a charm. I am going to have to find a way to adapt it to my tach/vac cluster in the truck now.. which brings me to a question for all who have worked on these. I need to install a ground post on a tin that never had one mounted on it. this is the post that connects the speedometer, through the tin, to the wiring harness. __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

05-14-2009, 12:44 PM	#14
71 super Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Canton North carolina Posts: 3,079	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request I can email you a picture of mine if you will pm me. I can't for the life of me post pics or I would. Harold __________________ 67 blue step side- bb 68 gold and white swb cst anniversary 68 custom swb hot rod Ls swap 69 swb cst 6 cylinder/ overdrive 69 black/black cst bb swb 70 orange and white cst Canada built truck swb bb 71 black and white super swb bb 71 red and white super swb 72 green and white super swb 4x4 62 nova wagon 400 series Ls swapped 68 Camaro 327/4 speed- 1 owner, original paint 66 Volkswagen bettle 69 auto stick Volkswagen Beetle

05-16-2009, 08:40 AM	#15
chas350 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 581	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request does the dash have a warning light also? can a 1970 up have one of these? __________________ "I'll Procrastinate Tomorrow" quote by LEEVON 71 K10 long fleet (sons truck) new 370hp 355, sm465 np205, 3.73's 33's 70 K20 long fleet 98 G3500 work van



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05-16-2009, 02:36 PM	#16
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request chas, they were only installed on '69 and below. the cruise control option sort of nixed the idea.... no, there wasn't a visual warning on the cluster, only and audible buzzer located approx. in the area Rob has shown in the pics above. __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

05-16-2009, 05:03 PM	#17
chas350 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 581	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request I have that exact box (looks like a relay or flasher) on all my trucks, 3-1970 and 1-1971. the wires go to the fuse box though.... what is this then? did they have a door open buzzer? I will post pics of mine to compare. chas __________________ "I'll Procrastinate Tomorrow" quote by LEEVON 71 K10 long fleet (sons truck) new 370hp 355, sm465 np205, 3.73's 33's 70 K20 long fleet 98 G3500 work van

05-16-2009, 05:29 PM	#18
chas350 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 581	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request Here is the pic of my mystery part lol from a 70 k10 3rd pic is from 70 c10 Attached Images __________________ "I'll Procrastinate Tomorrow" quote by LEEVON 71 K10 long fleet (sons truck) new 370hp 355, sm465 np205, 3.73's 33's 70 K20 long fleet 98 G3500 work van

05-16-2009, 06:38 PM	#19
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request that there is a genuine 100% headlight relay. __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

05-16-2009, 06:52 PM	#20
chas350 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 581	Re: Speed Warning Gauge Cluster Pic Request Ahha! Ok, now I see the light! I studied the under dash pics above and see the speed warning buzzer mounts higher. thanks __________________ "I'll Procrastinate Tomorrow" quote by LEEVON 71 K10 long fleet (sons truck) new 370hp 355, sm465 np205, 3.73's 33's 70 K20 long fleet 98 G3500 work van

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