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Old 01-05-2006, 12:48 AM   #26
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Re: look at my gauges (what a mess)-pics

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Well, my momma said no stupid questions right? So I gotta ask... either Russell or 784X4guy, what is the benefit/purpose to the chrome paint? I ask cause I'm not sure, can you see any of that piece once the dash is all installed? Thanks.

Disregard last transmission... I reread the post. Got it. I'm a lil slow.
I believe the light reflecting off the chrome paint makes the guages glow brighter.
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Old 01-05-2006, 03:20 AM   #27
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Re: look at my gauges (what a mess)-pics

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Well, my momma said no stupid questions right? So I gotta ask... either Russell or 784X4guy, what is the benefit/purpose to the chrome paint? I ask cause I'm not sure, can you see any of that piece once the dash is all installed? Thanks.

Disregard last transmission... I reread the post. Got it. I'm a lil slow.
lol -- No worries man Its just to make the lights like 10x brighter as compared to the old sorta whiteish blue / dust color from before
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