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**1968k20** · 06-27-2016, 07:50 PM

Still looking for a vacuum gauge. Do you have one yet?

**TBONE1964** · 06-27-2016, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 1968k20

Still looking for a vacuum gauge. Do you have one yet?

Nothing OE. If one comes up, I will let you know. OE vac gauges are getting hard to find in good working condition and almost always need a restoration on the face which can be done.

Let me know if you find one that needs face restoration and I can get that done. Otherwise, there is the aftermarket ones.

Thank you,
Tom

**1968k20** · 06-27-2016, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TBONE1964

Nothing OE. If one comes up, I will let you know. OE vac gauges are getting hard to find in good working condition and almost always need a restoration on the face which can be done.

Let me know if you find one that needs face restoration and I can get that done. Otherwise, there is the aftermarket ones.

Thank you,
Tom

Thank you!

robs71k5 · 07-12-2016, 12:51 AM

Have a problem with my speedometer . I replaced the cable when it broke and replaced it with a new one but then the speedo started making noise and the speedo was jumping so I purchased another new cable and installed, the noise has been reduced but it hasn't gone away so now I'm thinking it might be the speedo itself . I had the speedo set to zero when My truck was completed . It now has 9000 miles on it . The miles are still adding up but the noise is driving me crazy. What would happen if I gave it a shot of WD. Or another solution might feel to purchase anothe speedometer if you can match the miles . Suggestions thanks Rob

**TBONE1964** · 07-12-2016, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by robs71k5

Have a problem with my speedometer . I replaced the cable when it broke and replaced it with a new one but then the speedo started making noise and the speedo was jumping so I purchased another new cable and installed, the noise has been reduced but it hasn't gone away so now I'm thinking it might be the speedo itself . I had the speedo set to zero when My truck was completed . It now has 9000 miles on it . The miles are still adding up but the noise is driving me crazy. What would happen if I gave it a shot of WD. Or another solution might feel to purchase anothe speedometer if you can match the miles . Suggestions thanks Rob

Hi Rob,

I prefer dry or wet graphite on the speedometer cable and on the back of the speedo where the cable hooks up. It will stay in place much better than WD. WD will/should provide a temporary fix for the noise but graphite is much better as a lubricant.

If you wanted to send me your speedometer, I could hook it up to my calibration machine and check it out. Most likely the frame bushings are wore. This will cause noise as well as needle bounce.

If you want a replacement speedometer, I can put a nice one together for you. I can set mileage to whatever you like. It will be calibrated, quite and no needle bounce.

You can send me a PM if preferred to discuss details.

Thank you,
Tom

joeminnesota · 07-20-2016, 05:54 PM

I just received the Instrument Cluster TBONE1964 reconditioned for me! All i have to say is WOW WOW WOW! it looks fantastic! I cannot wait to install it!
Thanks so much!

**TBONE1964** · 07-20-2016, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joeminnesota

I just received the Instrument Cluster TBONE1964 reconditioned for me! All i have to say is WOW WOW WOW! it looks fantastic! I cannot wait to install it!
Thanks so much!

Hi Joe,

I really appreciate the complement. Please post a photo up when you can with the cluster installed. I would love to see the truck it is going into.

Thank you again for the business and your patients. It was my pleasure to build you a nice cluster.

Take care,
Tom

Elliot949 · 07-20-2016, 09:43 PM

Hey Tom... Here it is ... It finally made it to the truck... I decided not to use my original 67 Restored Bezel but went with the Chrome Aftermarket Bezel... we are getting closer to getting it all hooked up...

**TBONE1964** · 07-20-2016, 09:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elliot949

Hey Tom... Here it is ... It finally made it to the truck... I decided not to use my original 67 Restored Bezel but went with the Chrome Aftermarket Bezel... we are getting closer to getting it all hooked up...

Very nice Dan. I really love that steering wheel

Take care and thank you for posting up the photo. Looks real nice.

Tom

c104life · 09-22-2016, 09:35 AM

Hey Mr. Tom if you don't mind, what do you use or how do you clean the circuit board ?

**TBONE1964** · 09-22-2016, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by c104life

Hey Mr. Tom if you don't mind, what do you use or how do you clean the circuit board ?

Brasso and a microfiber towel. be careful not to lift the brass tabs where the light sockets are.

Good luck,
Tom

**TBONE1964** · 02-25-2017, 10:31 PM

Hello all,

Just wanted to make an announcement that I will begin doing cluster restorations again.

A few things have changed though. I do not stock too much inventory now because of space limitations. I will be limiting the amount of work I do at one time.

If you are interested in having work done, let me know and I can give you specific details on work and pricing.

Thank you to all that are interested in having cluster work done or have had work done in the past.

Take care,
Tom

CheyenneSuper72 · 02-25-2017, 10:42 PM

Hey Tom, could you pm me a price for a replacement tach, lense, and circuit board? Thank you.

**TBONE1964** · 02-25-2017, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CheyenneSuper72

Hey Tom, could you pm me a price for a replacement tach, lense, and circuit board? Thank you.

PM on the way

**Jcfcamaro** · 02-25-2017, 11:28 PM

I'm interested in having mine restored. 72 dash with vacuum and tach.

**TBONE1964** · 02-26-2017, 01:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jcfcamaro

I'm interested in having mine restored. 72 dash with vacuum and tach.

You can send me a PM. let me know if the gauges and tach as well as the speedometer work or if you do not know what condition the gauges are in.

I appreciate the interest and look forward to doing a restoration for you.

Take care,
Tom

JackB · 02-26-2017, 02:35 AM

Hi Tom..I have a cluster from a 71 Blazer I need restored. I'll send you a PM as well.Thx

**painterljp** · 02-26-2017, 12:24 PM

We have a original cluster with a tach needs some work and we don't know if it works or not. How much to check it all out make sure it works and what resister does it need to be installed with heI distributor? The truck we are putting it in didn't have a tach previously. So what do we need to do with the plug? If anything. Will take some pictures of it soon. Please let me know ball park pricing, etc. Thanks. Also don't know how this forum works with messages and such am new to board although been a member for some time. Am learning. Thanks again.

tristan · 02-26-2017, 07:05 AM

This is great news, welcome back.

**randy.powell** · 02-26-2017, 08:25 AM

Welcome back to our family, Tom!!! You may have to expand your shop space!
B/R,
Randy

flashed · 02-26-2017, 04:48 PM

Can you add a Tach to a cluster that dont have one ?

**TBONE1964** · 02-26-2017, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flashed

Can you add a Tach to a cluster that dont have one ?

Yes it can be done. It will depend on if you want all OE parts or aftermarket or a combination of both. I have had good luck with the aftermarket tachs. The OE tachs are over 40 + years old and most of them have some issues.

You need both tins, new lens and new circuit board as well as the tach

I also have the ability to test OE tachs.

Let me know what you are looking to accomplish and I should be able to help you out.

Thank you,
Tom

flashed · 02-26-2017, 06:52 PM

Will do ,thinking about adding a tach cluster to a 72 4x4 I just bought .

**craneboy72** · 02-26-2017, 09:20 PM

Is an OE tach repairable if you test and it's no good or just best to go with one of our after market tachs?

**TBONE1964** · 02-26-2017, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by craneboy72

Is an OE tach repairable if you test and it's no good or just best to go with one of our after market tachs?

Here is the common issue with OE tachs. Most of these may have sat in a garage or barn or basement, etc. With that environment comes dirt and dust. Add the fact the gauge is already 40+ yrs old and not many of them work any longer or have intermittent issues. The problem is that once one of those tachs have been repaired, they are bound to have another issue shortly after the first issue and so on and so on. They cost more to keep going than they are worth in my opinion.

I am not sure if it would be worth the effort to put modern day tach guts in an original tin? It would be the best of both worlds and LS compatible would be a bigger bonus

As for aftermarket tachs, I use Counterpart brand. I have sold many in my restorations and have had no issues that I am aware of.

Hope this helps. Let me know if you need more info.

Tom

06-27-2016, 07:50 PM	#1
1968k20 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chester,California Posts: 5,618	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Still looking for a vacuum gauge. Do you have one yet? __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K10 SWB Project 350/4spd/np205 1977 Chevrolet K20 LWB 350/350/203 1991 4Runner 22RE 5 SPD Yanmar Tractor 3 Cyl Diesel

07-12-2016, 12:51 AM	#4
robs71k5 K5drive Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: burnaby BC Canada Posts: 809	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Have a problem with my speedometer . I replaced the cable when it broke and replaced it with a new one but then the speedo started making noise and the speedo was jumping so I purchased another new cable and installed, the noise has been reduced but it hasn't gone away so now I'm thinking it might be the speedo itself . I had the speedo set to zero when My truck was completed . It now has 9000 miles on it . The miles are still adding up but the noise is driving me crazy. What would happen if I gave it a shot of WD. Or another solution might feel to purchase anothe speedometer if you can match the miles . Suggestions thanks Rob

07-20-2016, 05:54 PM	#6
joeminnesota Registered User Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Farmington MN Posts: 66	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S I just received the Instrument Cluster TBONE1964 reconditioned for me! All i have to say is WOW WOW WOW! it looks fantastic! I cannot wait to install it! Thanks so much! __________________ 69 C10 250 6 Cyl 4 Speed Long bed Fleetside

07-20-2016, 09:43 PM	#8
Elliot949 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Winfield, Ks. Posts: 4,162	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Hey Tom... Here it is ... It finally made it to the truck... I decided not to use my original 67 Restored Bezel but went with the Chrome Aftermarket Bezel... we are getting closer to getting it all hooked up... Attached Images __________________ Dan Johnston... Owner of My Dad's- '67 Chevy C-20 Custom Camper Short Fleetside Pickup PAPA J And our newest addition a- '71 Chevy CST/10 Short Fleetside Pickup Haulin' SOLD Papa J's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=612847 Haulin's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=671130SOLD B Bears Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=744210

09-22-2016, 09:35 AM	#10
c104life Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: new orleans, louisianna Posts: 73	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Hey Mr. Tom if you don't mind, what do you use or how do you clean the circuit board ?

02-25-2017, 10:31 PM	#12
TBONE1964 Cluster King Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Junction City, OR Posts: 5,263	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Hello all, Just wanted to make an announcement that I will begin doing cluster restorations again. A few things have changed though. I do not stock too much inventory now because of space limitations. I will be limiting the amount of work I do at one time. If you are interested in having work done, let me know and I can give you specific details on work and pricing. Thank you to all that are interested in having cluster work done or have had work done in the past. Take care, Tom

02-25-2017, 10:42 PM	#13
CheyenneSuper72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 682	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Hey Tom, could you pm me a price for a replacement tach, lense, and circuit board? Thank you.

02-25-2017, 11:28 PM	#15
Jcfcamaro Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Fairfax, Missouri Posts: 1,049	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S I'm interested in having mine restored. 72 dash with vacuum and tach.

02-26-2017, 02:35 AM	#17
JackB Registered User Join Date: May 2015 Location: Prescott AZ Posts: 199	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Hi Tom..I have a cluster from a 71 Blazer I need restored. I'll send you a PM as well.Thx

02-26-2017, 12:24 PM	#18
painterljp Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 901	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S We have a original cluster with a tach needs some work and we don't know if it works or not. How much to check it all out make sure it works and what resister does it need to be installed with heI distributor? The truck we are putting it in didn't have a tach previously. So what do we need to do with the plug? If anything. Will take some pictures of it soon. Please let me know ball park pricing, etc. Thanks. Also don't know how this forum works with messages and such am new to board although been a member for some time. Am learning. Thanks again.

02-26-2017, 07:05 AM	#19
tristan Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Western PA Posts: 1,295	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S This is great news, welcome back.

02-26-2017, 08:25 AM	#20
randy.powell Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Bushwood, MD Posts: 510	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Welcome back to our family, Tom!!! You may have to expand your shop space! B/R, Randy

02-26-2017, 04:48 PM	#21
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Can you add a Tach to a cluster that dont have one ?

02-26-2017, 06:52 PM	#23
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Will do ,thinking about adding a tach cluster to a 72 4x4 I just bought .

02-26-2017, 09:20 PM	#24
craneboy72 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Acton Ma Posts: 750	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Is an OE tach repairable if you test and it's no good or just best to go with one of our after market tachs?



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