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Old 08-31-2010, 11:24 PM   #1
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Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

Got my cluster all buttoned up, ready to go in the truck. Took a step back to do this (had them surface mounted already), but it looks so much better in my opinion.

What do you guys think?
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Old 08-31-2010, 11:26 PM   #2
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

Last of the pictures
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Old 08-31-2010, 11:27 PM   #3
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

I'll be udating Swervins old article on 73-87.com to reflect this alternative to mounting the gauges to the bezel. Took a little figuring out, but they fit great!
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Old 08-31-2010, 11:28 PM   #4
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Sign me up. How do I purchase the brackets? lol
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Old 08-31-2010, 11:29 PM   #5
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

That looks awesome!
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Old 08-31-2010, 11:38 PM   #6
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

Thanks guys.

I have four sets of brackets. I think they are spoken for, I'll have to go back and check. I need to write up installation instructions before these go out, and let those know what to expect when they arrive and install them.
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Old 08-31-2010, 11:40 PM   #7
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Jeff... well done sir... fan-fricken-tastic!!!!
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Old 08-31-2010, 11:58 PM   #8
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

Wonderful Job! Very clean install! Makes me start thinkin about aftermarket gauges...hmmm.
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Old 09-01-2010, 10:48 AM   #9
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Awesome job, looks like they were meant to be there.
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Old 09-01-2010, 11:20 AM   #10
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

That cluster is off the fricken hook! man! turned out great!
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Old 09-01-2010, 11:21 AM   #11
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

Biggest reason I like my 85mph speedo though, is that I can bury it. With a 160mph I'd get mad that I could only go a little over 1/2 way...

Those look amazing though, very sleek, nice flow!
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Old 09-01-2010, 11:31 AM   #12
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

I think you just convinced me to change mine, I've had mine surface mounted for the last 5 yrs. Are you making/selling the bracketry?
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Old 09-01-2010, 11:51 AM   #13
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Awesome job Jeff. I hope you're planning on making these and selling them because if so, sign me up for a set.
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Old 09-01-2010, 02:21 PM   #14
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

I want some too.....how much are a set of the gauges also?
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Old 09-01-2010, 02:52 PM   #15
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BeaaaUUUtiful !!!
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Old 09-01-2010, 03:15 PM   #16
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Hello Jeff,

Very well done! The recessed mounting really defines the gauges, giving them an *almost* factory appearance. I also like that you've reused the factory gauge panel. I've never seen an aftermarket one that truly looked professional... the aluminum ones always look a little home fabricated and the plastic ones typically look cheap.

I hate poorly fit aftermarket gauges and you've done the exact opposite of that. Outstanding!


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Old 09-01-2010, 03:45 PM   #17
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

The finished product looks BAD A$$!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i wanna see the instructions on here anyway to see how you installed them they look great also wanna know what and how u made the turn signals and brights i believe work...looks better than the Covans classics kit IMO....only thing left to try and cover is the hole for the gear indicator...still the cleanest ive seen
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Old 09-01-2010, 04:22 PM   #18
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Got dang it Jeff, even though I have mine glued and wired in, put me in line for a set of those brackets. Awesome Job my brother. Add those to your products for sale. Hell Yeah!!! Also I like the LED indicators and would like to know where you purchased them from and part #'s if needed. I can always un-hot-glue mine and use the brackets..

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Old 09-01-2010, 04:34 PM   #19
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Re: Recessed gauge pics for Dennis, and those who were interested

Those look awesome and really clean. I also want to see the instructions and how much for the brackets?
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Old 09-01-2010, 05:52 PM   #20
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very nice set up.
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Old 09-01-2010, 06:06 PM   #21
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Beautiful work! That is bad A$$.
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Old 09-01-2010, 07:05 PM   #22
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Does the sending unit's stay the same or do you need to swap them as well? And if so do they come with the gauges? I looked on Summit's site and don't see anything about sending units. Thanks for putting up with my stupid question....lol.
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Old 09-01-2010, 07:13 PM   #23
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I'll take a set of brackets myself! Oh and throw in a set of those lights as well!!! Great work!!! Sign me up when your ready to take orders! Looks awesome!

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Old 09-01-2010, 08:16 PM   #24
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Looks awesome, sign me up for a set as well
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Old 09-01-2010, 09:45 PM   #25
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WOW looks great.
Are those 5" tach/speedo?
What's the orange indicator in the center for?
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