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Harvard · 07-31-2006, 05:51 PM

Hello,
My buddy just got a 76 1/2 ton for the motor. Would the gauges and bezel work in my 82?
thanks,
Harvard

magnethead · 07-31-2006, 05:54 PM

I believe they will. I don't believe they changed much in the cab

cliffsta · 07-31-2006, 06:38 PM

I think you might have to use the printed circuits.... does the 76 have an ammeter or a voltmeter?

magnethead · 07-31-2006, 07:48 PM

I'd assume it'd be a voltmeter..thats what my 77 has

cliffsta · 07-31-2006, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by magnethead

I'd assume it'd be a voltmeter..thats what my 77 has

I am unsure when they switched to voltmeters... I can't recall if it was when they switched to HEI (which was 75) or if it was a couple years later.

Somebody 'round here is gonna know for sure.... you can always check out www.73-87.com, I'm sure the answer and a 5 page explanation is on there.

**N2TRUX** · 07-31-2006, 08:42 PM

No, it will not work correctly. The 76 still had a mechanical oil pressure guage and an ammeter (amps) rather than a voltage guage.

magnethead · 07-31-2006, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

No, it will not work correctly. The 76 still had a mechanical oil pressure guage and an ammeter (amps) rather than a voltage guage.

when did they switch to elec oil sending units? my (again) 77 has mechanical

**Captkaos** · 08-01-2006, 04:09 PM

1978 had electric oil sending... 78-up is the only bolt in for the 81-87(91).

EDIT: here is the info you want: http://www.73-87.com/7387garage/inte...achometers.htm

Harvard · 08-01-2006, 09:02 PM

Thanks Guys. Dang it, I had it for free. Still havent said no though. Would the bezel work? If so, I can keep then bezel and get rid of everything else.
Thanks,
Harvard

magnethead · 08-01-2006, 10:02 PM

yes, the bezel will work. Just dont be surprised if the top left corner breaks off. Apparently thats a normal occurance.

cliffsta · 08-02-2006, 01:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by magnethead

yes, the bezel will work. Just dont be surprised if the top left corner breaks off. Apparently thats a normal occurance.

I concur.

Jonboy · 08-02-2006, 08:53 AM

If it does, just glue it back. The later (81-up) dash pad comes out further, and will help hide it.

boxrodz · 08-03-2006, 01:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harvard

Thanks Guys. Dang it, I had it for free. Still havent said no though. Would the bezel work? If so, I can keep then bezel and get rid of everything else.
Thanks,
Harvard

...or, since it is free, take it all and keep the gauges and other parts that you may need in the future, i.e. like if the fuel gauge goes out.

ben@speedbarn · 08-03-2006, 12:36 PM

My 76 has the mechanical oil but the voltmeter. I tried fitting an aluminum bezel from an 81 on my 76 and it wouldn't fit right. But if it's your friend and it's free it is worth a try.

magnethead · 08-03-2006, 06:29 PM

NOTE:

wiper switches MAY BE different.

Harvard · 08-03-2006, 11:24 PM

Thanks guys. Just my luck. I am taking it any way. Just in case, I happen to know of anyone that needs something, or to just have extra parts!
Harvard

SlapFish · 08-04-2006, 03:25 AM

The wiper switch should be the same. I have two '82s and they both have the switch on the dash...not the column. And the high beam foot button thing.

nivimar · 08-08-2006, 12:19 PM

I know on my 76 I have a junk yard 85 Bezel and it DO"NT work. Well' let me rephrase that it will work but it bends at a diffrent form . The reason why I know this is because the Bezel is off A 85 and the lower half is off A 76 THEY DO NOT CONFORM TOGTHER CORRECTLY.

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Harvard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Steubenville Oh Posts: 13	76 Gauge Cluster/Bezel? Hello, My buddy just got a 76 1/2 ton for the motor. Would the gauges and bezel work in my 82? thanks, Harvard

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magnethead 7000 #'s of american IRON Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: north tx Posts: 883	Re: 76 Gauge Cluster/Bezel? I'd assume it'd be a voltmeter..thats what my 77 has

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Harvard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Steubenville Oh Posts: 13	Re: 76 Gauge Cluster/Bezel? Thanks Guys. Dang it, I had it for free. Still havent said no though. Would the bezel work? If so, I can keep then bezel and get rid of everything else. Thanks, Harvard

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magnethead 7000 #'s of american IRON Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: north tx Posts: 883	Re: 76 Gauge Cluster/Bezel? yes, the bezel will work. Just dont be surprised if the top left corner breaks off. Apparently thats a normal occurance.

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Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: 76 Gauge Cluster/Bezel? If it does, just glue it back. The later (81-up) dash pad comes out further, and will help hide it. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

08-03-2006, 12:36 PM	#14
ben@speedbarn Done yet? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 118	Re: 76 Gauge Cluster/Bezel? My 76 has the mechanical oil but the voltmeter. I tried fitting an aluminum bezel from an 81 on my 76 and it wouldn't fit right. But if it's your friend and it's free it is worth a try. __________________ '76 k2500 -- almost done...

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magnethead 7000 #'s of american IRON Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: north tx Posts: 883	Re: 76 Gauge Cluster/Bezel? NOTE: wiper switches MAY BE different.

08-03-2006, 11:24 PM	#16
Harvard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Steubenville Oh Posts: 13	Re: 76 Gauge Cluster/Bezel? Thanks guys. Just my luck. I am taking it any way. Just in case, I happen to know of anyone that needs something, or to just have extra parts! Harvard

08-04-2006, 03:25 AM	#17
SlapFish Real Men Wear Orange Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: NC Posts: 89	Re: 76 Gauge Cluster/Bezel? The wiper switch should be the same. I have two '82s and they both have the switch on the dash...not the column. And the high beam foot button thing.

08-08-2006, 12:19 PM	#18
nivimar Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: FRESNO Posts: 31	Re: 76 Gauge Cluster/Bezel? I know on my 76 I have a junk yard 85 Bezel and it DO"NT work. Well' let me rephrase that it will work but it bends at a diffrent form . The reason why I know this is because the Bezel is off A 85 and the lower half is off A 76 THEY DO NOT CONFORM TOGTHER CORRECTLY. __________________ FOR BEFORE AND AFTER PICS AND A PIC OF MY BIKE AND MY WIFE (YEA RITE) CLICK ON MY Photobucket



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