Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

mrein3 · 02-10-2010, 09:25 AM

I have seen a few posts lately about dash clusters. I've also answered a few PMs about my cluster.

Now I have a question. I see lots of really nice dash clusters posted on this forum. Where are you guys getting the bezels? Are they NOS or is somebody re-popping a quality piece?

72BlckButy · 02-10-2010, 09:34 AM

Check with any of the board vendors, Classic Parts of America, LMC, etc.; they pretty well all sell them. You can find a NOS one but you will pay for it, most running these days are repopped and look just as good.

mrein3 · 02-10-2010, 10:09 AM

Are they all the same quality? I guess what I'm asking is are all the vendors getting them from the same place? I see a lot of nice looking bezels sold loaded with gauges for lots of money. I'd like to start with the bezel they start with.

**too much stuff** · 02-10-2010, 10:47 AM

Wish i could help you. I have tried probably 4 different bezels and only found 1 i liked. Unfortunatly there was no name on it. It looked correct and fit right. I think it came from a swapmeet at st.cloud. If i can remember who i got it from i will let you know. Eric

mrein3 · 02-10-2010, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by too much stuff

Wish i could help you. I have tried probably 4 different bezels and only found 1 i liked. Unfortunatly there was no name on it. It looked correct and fit right. I think it came from a swapmeet at st.cloud. If i can remember who i got it from i will let you know. Eric

Eric - Thanks. If you figure out where it came from please pass it along.
I see lots of nice re-dos for sale occasionally on the parts board so somebody is making a good piece.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 02-10-2010, 02:01 PM

There are now only 2 manufactures of these Bezels left. I not worth a darn and the other is good. I don't know the names of the manufacturers, but we sell the good one. WES

msgross · 02-10-2010, 02:56 PM

I got a Counterpart one, quality could be better but now I found a very nice original that I might run... I'd listen to Classic Heartbeat...

72BlckButy · 02-10-2010, 03:36 PM

I wasn't aware of any quality faults on these, but I'm glad you started this thread.

OARNGESI · 02-10-2010, 06:33 PM

I bought one for my trusk it looked really good whats the issues with the bad ones

mrein3 · 02-11-2010, 08:47 AM

In dash re-do posts I've heard comments from folks stating that they weren't happy with their re-pop bezel. In other posts I've heard people say they are fine. It is nice to have a vendor like Wes on here who chimes in with good information. I know where I'll be ordering mine.

sokyclassics · 02-11-2010, 12:29 PM

The ones we carry are very good quality. We sell alot to other dealers as well. Ours are $45 plus shipping for the 69-72 Dash Bezel w/Gauges (H6048).

http://www.sokyclassics.com/product.php?skcid=1000316

**lks dcvn** · 02-11-2010, 12:43 PM

^ - I have bought these before and never had an issue - is there a (discounted) forum price for these when we order through SoKy Classics?

sokyclassics · 02-12-2010, 06:00 PM

I can do $50 shipped while supplies last. I have around 15 or so until our next shipment of these arrive.

msgross · 02-12-2010, 06:05 PM

THe only issues with mine were the black doesn't always cover where it should, I can touch it up if needed.

NevadaDVX · 02-12-2010, 09:06 PM

How are the re-pop woodgrain versions?

PanelDeland · 02-12-2010, 09:52 PM

IIRC the woodgrain is a decal that must be put on.The trick from what I'm told is to get the bezel "CLEAN" before applying.I have never done one but this is what I've been told.

NevadaDVX · 02-12-2010, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by PanelDeland

IIRC the woodgrain is a decal that must be put on.The trick from what I'm told is to get the bezel "CLEAN" before applying.I have never done one but this is what I've been told.

Ah, ok thanks. That will work out perfect because I have a new black bezel, but my customer decided she wants woodgrain.

**leddzepp** · 02-12-2010, 10:26 PM

The woodgrain decal sucks. No matter what you do, it will peel off....turns into a "shrinky-dink" Next time, I am going to try leaving the backing on and using contact cement to apply it.

mbgmike · 02-12-2010, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by leddzepp

The woodgrain decal sucks. No matter what you do, it will peel off....turns into a "shrinky-dink" Next time, I am going to try leaving the backing on and using contact cement to apply it.

They can be better quality. Your lucky it stayed on

I have made my own using a better quality woodgrain. It was not the same wood however. You can take a pair of steel dividers. Sharpen one end to a knife edge. Layout the circles and find the center. Carefully spin the divider around a few times and its done.

We have checked into chroming the originals (cost too much)
Tried laser cutting thin plastic wood grain sheet. That works but Still can't find a supplier with the correct wood grain pattern.

ironhill · 02-13-2010, 12:11 AM

I just did a wood grain one.... used the stick on one, I agree it sucked. I took and sprayed 3M trim adhesive on the back and set it on and warmed it up with a heat gun and I couldn't be more happy. Almost looks better than original.

**leddzepp** · 02-13-2010, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by ironhill

I just did a wood grain one.... used the stick on one, I agree it sucked. I took and sprayed 3M trim adhesive on the back and set it on and warmed it up with a heat gun and I couldn't be more happy. Almost looks better than original.

Thanks, I might try this too. I was thinking of leaving the backing on the decal to give it more rigidity.

**71blksuper4x4** · 02-13-2010, 02:29 AM

I got something in the works on a good woodgrain bezel. I'll fill ya in after my experiment. Trevor

**leddzepp** · 02-13-2010, 04:08 AM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

I got something in the works on a good woodgrain bezel. I'll fill ya in after my experiment. Trevor

Sounds good Trevor!

**lolife99** · 02-13-2010, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by sokyclassics

I can do $50 shipped while supplies last. I have around 15 or so until our next shipment of these arrive.

I need one for a '68.
Sent you a PM.

sokyclassics · 02-13-2010, 04:32 PM

That price is only for the 69-72 style bezel that has one hole for the headlight and one for the wipers.
http://www.sokyclassics.com/product.php?skcid=1000316

02-10-2010, 09:25 AM	#1
mrein3 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Center City, MN, USA Posts: 3,253	Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? I have seen a few posts lately about dash clusters. I've also answered a few PMs about my cluster. Now I have a question. I see lots of really nice dash clusters posted on this forum. Where are you guys getting the bezels? Are they NOS or is somebody re-popping a quality piece? __________________ '70 cab, '71 chassis, 383, TH350, NP205. '71 Malibu convertible '72 Malibu hard top Center City, MN

02-10-2010, 09:34 AM	#2
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? Check with any of the board vendors, Classic Parts of America, LMC, etc.; they pretty well all sell them. You can find a NOS one but you will pay for it, most running these days are repopped and look just as good. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 02-10-2010 at 09:34 AM.

02-10-2010, 10:09 AM	#3
mrein3 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Center City, MN, USA Posts: 3,253	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? Are they all the same quality? I guess what I'm asking is are all the vendors getting them from the same place? I see a lot of nice looking bezels sold loaded with gauges for lots of money. I'd like to start with the bezel they start with. __________________ '70 cab, '71 chassis, 383, TH350, NP205. '71 Malibu convertible '72 Malibu hard top Center City, MN

02-10-2010, 10:47 AM	#4
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,764	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? Wish i could help you. I have tried probably 4 different bezels and only found 1 i liked. Unfortunatly there was no name on it. It looked correct and fit right. I think it came from a swapmeet at st.cloud. If i can remember who i got it from i will let you know. Eric __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

02-10-2010, 02:01 PM	#6
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? There are now only 2 manufactures of these Bezels left. I not worth a darn and the other is good. I don't know the names of the manufacturers, but we sell the good one. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

02-10-2010, 02:56 PM	#7
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? I got a Counterpart one, quality could be better but now I found a very nice original that I might run... I'd listen to Classic Heartbeat... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-10-2010, 03:36 PM	#8
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? I wasn't aware of any quality faults on these, but I'm glad you started this thread. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

02-10-2010, 06:33 PM	#9
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? I bought one for my trusk it looked really good whats the issues with the bad ones __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

02-11-2010, 08:47 AM	#10
mrein3 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Center City, MN, USA Posts: 3,253	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? In dash re-do posts I've heard comments from folks stating that they weren't happy with their re-pop bezel. In other posts I've heard people say they are fine. It is nice to have a vendor like Wes on here who chimes in with good information. I know where I'll be ordering mine. __________________ '70 cab, '71 chassis, 383, TH350, NP205. '71 Malibu convertible '72 Malibu hard top Center City, MN

02-11-2010, 12:29 PM	#11
sokyclassics Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Bowling Green KY. Posts: 161	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? The ones we carry are very good quality. We sell alot to other dealers as well. Ours are $45 plus shipping for the 69-72 Dash Bezel w/Gauges (H6048). http://www.sokyclassics.com/product.php?skcid=1000316 Attached Images Last edited by sokyclassics; 02-15-2010 at 11:55 AM.

02-11-2010, 12:43 PM	#12
lks dcvn Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 4,346	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? ^ - I have bought these before and never had an issue - is there a (discounted) forum price for these when we order through SoKy Classics?

02-12-2010, 06:00 PM	#13
sokyclassics Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Bowling Green KY. Posts: 161	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? I can do $50 shipped while supplies last. I have around 15 or so until our next shipment of these arrive.

02-12-2010, 06:05 PM	#14
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? THe only issues with mine were the black doesn't always cover where it should, I can touch it up if needed. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-12-2010, 09:06 PM	#15
NevadaDVX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Fallon, Nv Posts: 138	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? How are the re-pop woodgrain versions?

02-12-2010, 09:52 PM	#16
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02-12-2010, 10:26 PM	#18
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,018	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? The woodgrain decal sucks. No matter what you do, it will peel off....turns into a "shrinky-dink" Next time, I am going to try leaving the backing on and using contact cement to apply it. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

02-13-2010, 12:11 AM	#20
ironhill Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Great Falls, MT Posts: 335	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? I just did a wood grain one.... used the stick on one, I agree it sucked. I took and sprayed 3M trim adhesive on the back and set it on and warmed it up with a heat gun and I couldn't be more happy. Almost looks better than original.

02-13-2010, 02:29 AM	#22
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,155	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? I got something in the works on a good woodgrain bezel. I'll fill ya in after my experiment. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

02-13-2010, 04:32 PM	#25
sokyclassics Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Bowling Green KY. Posts: 161	Re: Who Makes The Best Re-Pop Dash Cluster Bezel? That price is only for the 69-72 style bezel that has one hole for the headlight and one for the wipers. http://www.sokyclassics.com/product.php?skcid=1000316

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