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Andy4639 · 10-21-2012, 12:34 PM

Does anyone know of a aftermarket dash that is angled up to see better. I want to either buy one for my guages are make one I guess out of a old glove box.
Has anybody done this are know of anything out there that would work.Thanks

AirSpeed · 10-21-2012, 12:56 PM

I've never seen one but it would be fairly easy to make a wedged shaped spacer to mount under your present dash.
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Andy4639 · 10-21-2012, 01:59 PM

I have thought about that. I'm just seeing what is out there first. That maybe what I try and see if it is what I want. I think a little angle to the guages would help a lot of people seeing them better. I know it would me.

**jocko** · 10-21-2012, 02:26 PM

interesting idea, but I'd also be very concerned about angling it up and then inadvertently making the windshield glare off the plastic gauge faces a problem. But, of course, you could experiment to make sure that didn't happen before you started hacking.

Andy4639 · 10-21-2012, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by jocko

interesting idea, but I'd also be very concerned about angling it up and then inadvertently making the windshield glare off the plastic gauge faces a problem. But, of course, you could experiment to make sure that didn't happen before you started hacking.

I don't think I would angle it that much but yes that would have to be a factor in it also. I think the dash pad would keep the glare off the dash tough.

bbadfred · 10-21-2012, 03:30 PM

autometer makes angle rings for both 2 1/16 and 2 5/8 gauges if you are using non stock gauges.

PanelDeland · 10-21-2012, 03:49 PM

Andy,you might pull the screws from the bezel and put 2-3 washers behnd the bottom with the screws put back in thru them.If it does what you want then an angled spacer shouldnt be hard to make.If it doesn't work,you only out the time and $1.00 worth of washers you can reuse.

Andy4639 · 10-21-2012, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by bbadfred

autometer makes angle rings for both 2 1/16 and 2 5/8 gauges if you are using non stock gauges.

Do u have a link. I couldn't find them on their site.

PanelDeland,
yea I'm going to play with it and see.

**HeloCrewChief** · 10-21-2012, 04:29 PM

Go to a custom boat shop. Boat shops sell many different angled bezels. My 68 Chevelle has a full custom dash my buddy cut out on a lazer cutter. I had to buy these bezels because, the angle on a 68 Chevelle's dash slopes downward. I will see if I can upload a picture of it. Sorry if you really can't see anything. I'm working out of the country and can't get a better pictures. Also, since thus photo was taken i was able to get some *****in anodized blue billet cup holders from the boat guys too.

Andy4639 · 10-21-2012, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by HeloCrewChief

Go to a custom boat shop. Boat shops sell many different angled bezels. My 68 Chevelle has a full custom dash my buddy cut out on a lazer cutter. I had to buy these bezels because, the angle on a 68 Chevelle's dash slopes downward. I will see if I can upload a picture of it. Sorry if you really can't see anything. I'm working out of the country and can't get a better pictures. Also, since thus photo was taken i was able to get some *****in anodized blue billet cup holders from the boat guys too.

Thanks I'll check on this also.

cstm68 · 10-21-2012, 05:11 PM

heres what i built from a glovebox door

bbadfred · 10-21-2012, 05:26 PM

Click here: http://www.autometer.com/download_in...-878X-10rA.pdf

bbadfred · 10-21-2012, 05:27 PM

try this

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Originally Posted by bbadfred

Click here: http://www.autometer.com/download_in...-878X-10rA.pdf

Woops

Andy4639 · 10-21-2012, 05:33 PM

Thanks will call about them also.

Andy4639 · 10-21-2012, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by cstm68

heres what i built from a glovebox door

That is sweet right there! I wished my welding skill was that good.

10-21-2012, 12:34 PM	#1
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Angled Dashes Does anyone know of a aftermarket dash that is angled up to see better. I want to either buy one for my guages are make one I guess out of a old glove box. Has anybody done this are know of anything out there that would work.Thanks __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-21-2012, 12:56 PM	#2
AirSpeed Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Fall River California Posts: 2,026	Re: Angled Dashes I've never seen one but it would be fairly easy to make a wedged shaped spacer to mount under your present dash. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v655/aaronhero/

10-21-2012, 01:59 PM	#3
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Angled Dashes I have thought about that. I'm just seeing what is out there first. That maybe what I try and see if it is what I want. I think a little angle to the guages would help a lot of people seeing them better. I know it would me. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-21-2012, 02:26 PM	#4
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: Angled Dashes interesting idea, but I'd also be very concerned about angling it up and then inadvertently making the windshield glare off the plastic gauge faces a problem. But, of course, you could experiment to make sure that didn't happen before you started hacking.

10-21-2012, 03:30 PM	#6
bbadfred bbadfred Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: rantoul Il Posts: 461	Re: Angled Dashes autometer makes angle rings for both 2 1/16 and 2 5/8 gauges if you are using non stock gauges.

10-21-2012, 03:49 PM	#7
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Angled Dashes Andy,you might pull the screws from the bezel and put 2-3 washers behnd the bottom with the screws put back in thru them.If it does what you want then an angled spacer shouldnt be hard to make.If it doesn't work,you only out the time and $1.00 worth of washers you can reuse. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

10-21-2012, 04:29 PM	#9
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: Angled Dashes Go to a custom boat shop. Boat shops sell many different angled bezels. My 68 Chevelle has a full custom dash my buddy cut out on a lazer cutter. I had to buy these bezels because, the angle on a 68 Chevelle's dash slopes downward. I will see if I can upload a picture of it. Sorry if you really can't see anything. I'm working out of the country and can't get a better pictures. Also, since thus photo was taken i was able to get some *****in anodized blue billet cup holders from the boat guys too. Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

10-21-2012, 05:11 PM	#11
cstm68 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: shoreline, wa Posts: 1,565	Re: Angled Dashes heres what i built from a glovebox door Attached Images __________________ 68 swb fleet bagged on 20's 327 with 4 speed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223308 2014 Chevy 2500hd duramax CCLB

10-21-2012, 05:26 PM	#12
bbadfred bbadfred Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: rantoul Il Posts: 461	Re: Angled Dashes Click here: http://www.autometer.com/download_in...-878X-10rA.pdf

10-21-2012, 05:33 PM	#14
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Angled Dashes Thanks will call about them also. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

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