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67chevemall · 12-31-2005, 06:07 AM

A little more progress this week.
The truck came with a 3 hole dash that was great because I had to wire the whole truck,and to get everything working right it did the job. Then I switched over the cluster wiring from gmcpaul's web site to make
way for the 7 hole dash.

At first I tried a am tach witch I had mounted on the lower dash. Installed it is in the pic of the dash with the wood bezel, and by itself.
I went with the wood bezel becaue the 1980 camaro colum is to wide at the bottom. This was a whole other work order.
If I get to the show level or if some rich guy from TV would sponsor my truck then I'll probally go with a custom billet dash with the comp gauges. But for now I like to get every factory piece I can.

So I ordered a factory tach because I had the thing in and out so many times I should make a quick release harness.(shhhh)
I have it all together now. It is the pic of the wood cluster not in the truck.

I finally have it ready to goin this morning. I'll get a pic when it is in....

67chevemall · 12-31-2005, 06:12 AM

new camera

67chevemall · 12-31-2005, 06:16 AM

here are a few more....

67chevemall · 12-31-2005, 06:19 AM

last one e for e on the pics

Bowtie67 · 12-31-2005, 08:04 AM

Nice work, I kinda like this peice and instead of the stock gauges try some Autometer or other aftermarket gauges

70GMCer · 12-31-2005, 08:27 AM

Bowtie67, where did you get that aluminium dash bezel.....I never seen that before.....

OLDROCK&ROLLER · 12-31-2005, 09:28 AM

Nice work. You should be called the "dash Master"

matthufham · 12-31-2005, 07:53 PM

interesting. i wish i had that many gauges, i have 3 and no garage full of extras.

**Palf70Step** · 12-31-2005, 07:57 PM

Very Nice Work!!!

68haywagon · 12-31-2005, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70GMCer

Bowtie67, where did you get that aluminium dash bezel.....I never seen that before.....

I like that one!

Mike

sbc421 · 12-31-2005, 08:51 PM

This will go all the way across the front of the cab. It will replace the stock dash and glove compartment. I laid out the design on paper and then traced it into my buddy’s computer plasma cutter. The material is 3/16" aluminum. After I get all the gauges in place and fit up is complete I am going to disassemble and have the aluminum "brushed", anodized red and then powder coated with a clear coating. This whole assembly when done will end up costing me about $1800.00… but I feel it is worth it to have a one of a kind dash. If I would have had to pay for the aluminum and the fab cost to lay it out and cut it I would have to add another $200.00 bucks to the cost. The gauges are all AutoMeter Pro-Comp Super Light gauges.

*bskylerj* · 01-01-2006, 01:30 AM

Nice stuff guys. Here is what I put in. It is a covan's classic set up with Autometer gauges.

67chevemall · 01-01-2006, 12:56 PM

^ that is so nice!

67chevemall · 01-01-2006, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sbc421

This will go all the way across the front of the cab. It will replace the stock dash and glove compartment. I laid out the design on paper and then traced it into my buddy’s computer plasma cutter. The material is 3/16" aluminum. After I get all the gauges in place and fit up is complete I am going to disassemble and have the aluminum "brushed", anodized red and then powder coated with a clear coating. This whole assembly when done will end up costing me about $1800.00… but I feel it is worth it to have a one of a kind dash. If I would have had to pay for the aluminum and the fab cost to lay it out and cut it I would have to add another $200.00 bucks to the cost. The gauges are all AutoMeter Pro-Comp Super Light gauges.

That is crazy! Awsome for interior rebuilds!
If I go empty interior with a roll cage you can
cut me out one of those 4 Sure!

67chevemall · 01-01-2006, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bowtie67

Nice work, I kinda like this peice and instead of the stock gauges try some Autometer or other aftermarket gauges

Found the cut out on evil bay. Somebody might know
who cuts them out. Comp. Lath and your in....
These ones I'm sure now he sold on evil bay because
they are a little out.

Bowtie67 · 01-01-2006, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70GMCer

Bowtie67, where did you get that aluminium dash bezel.....I never seen that before.....

The dash came from Javy, he is/was a member on the forum, I have this as well as I have seen a couple other board members with dash, the guages dont come with it

here is a link to his web sight

http://www.jjengineering.us/products/products.htm

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 01-01-2006, 05:38 PM

That covans set-up looks really nice is there really as much gap between the pannel and column as it looks like???

**Palf70Step** · 01-01-2006, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

That covans set-up looks really nice is there really as much gap between the pannel and column as it looks like???

It looks like the gap is for the pointer and PRNDL1 for the column automatic. I had to look real close to see it. I thought it was weird at first.

70c10 · 01-01-2006, 07:41 PM

My buddy just got a call from John Covan of Covan's Classics last week. They want to use his Nova for a prototype for the 75-79 series. I like it.

*bskylerj* · 01-02-2006, 03:08 AM

No the gap will be gone once I finish the wiring. The steering column is not bolted in all of the way. I had the Dakota digital gauges in before and took them out as they were voltage sensitive. I unbolted the column as it mad this proccess easier. I can asure you that ugly gap will be gone soon.

mrein3 · 01-02-2006, 12:12 PM

Three years ago I was messing around with a stock 1971 Monte Carlo cluster. The speedo is a direct bolt in.

So if you spend a lot of time in the 100 - 120 mph range, and you want the stock look, this may be your answer. (Just buff off the truck's stock mph numbers).

67chevemall · 01-02-2006, 03:52 PM

^ cool idea. once the 3:08s are in who knows

12-31-2005, 06:07 AM	#1
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	playin with dashes.. A little more progress this week. The truck came with a 3 hole dash that was great because I had to wire the whole truck,and to get everything working right it did the job. Then I switched over the cluster wiring from gmcpaul's web site to make way for the 7 hole dash. At first I tried a am tach witch I had mounted on the lower dash. Installed it is in the pic of the dash with the wood bezel, and by itself. I went with the wood bezel becaue the 1980 camaro colum is to wide at the bottom. This was a whole other work order. If I get to the show level or if some rich guy from TV would sponsor my truck then I'll probally go with a custom billet dash with the comp gauges. But for now I like to get every factory piece I can. So I ordered a factory tach because I had the thing in and out so many times I should make a quick release harness.(shhhh) I have it all together now. It is the pic of the wood cluster not in the truck. I finally have it ready to goin this morning. I'll get a pic when it is in.... __________________ 1968 Chevy C10 307 3ott fleetside 1967 Chevy C/10 V8, 3spd, fleetside lwb.Sold 1967 Chev C/10 step, 383, M21. SOLD Last edited by 67chevemall; 07-09-2010 at 02:27 PM.

12-31-2005, 06:12 AM	#2
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	Re: playn with dashes.. new camera __________________ 1968 Chevy C10 307 3ott fleetside 1967 Chevy C/10 V8, 3spd, fleetside lwb.Sold 1967 Chev C/10 step, 383, M21. SOLD Last edited by 67chevemall; 07-09-2010 at 02:27 PM.

12-31-2005, 06:16 AM	#3
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	Re: playn with dashes.. here are a few more.... Last edited by 67chevemall; 07-09-2010 at 02:27 PM.

12-31-2005, 06:19 AM	#4
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	Re: playn with dashes.. last one e for e on the pics Last edited by 67chevemall; 07-09-2010 at 02:27 PM.

12-31-2005, 08:04 AM	#5
Bowtie67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NH Posts: 2,266	Re: playn with dashes.. Nice work, I kinda like this peice and instead of the stock gauges try some Autometer or other aftermarket gauges Attached Images __________________ 1967 C10 - SWBSS Pro Street 427sbc, 700R4 & 4.10 Gears 1948 Chevy FleetMaster Coupe, LS1, (almost done) 1950 Chevy StyleLine Coupe 250/6 3x2 Dueces 2009 Toyota Tundra 1996 Harley RoadKing "I maybe getting old, but I can still burn rubber with the best of them"

12-31-2005, 08:27 AM	#6
70GMCer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Joppa, Maryland Posts: 4,408	Re: playn with dashes.. Bowtie67, where did you get that aluminium dash bezel.....I never seen that before..... __________________ 1997 GMC Sierra Ext 1965 Mustang

12-31-2005, 09:28 AM	#7
OLDROCK&ROLLER Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: WHITEVILLE N.C. Posts: 494	Re: playn with dashes.. Nice work. You should be called the "dash Master" __________________ 72 CHEYENNE 10 SUPER 468/400/3.73

12-31-2005, 07:53 PM	#8
matthufham Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Carl Junction, Missouri Posts: 2,061	Re: playn with dashes.. interesting. i wish i had that many gauges, i have 3 and no garage full of extras.

12-31-2005, 07:57 PM	#9
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,818	Re: playn with dashes.. Very Nice Work!!! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

12-31-2005, 08:51 PM	#11
sbc421 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: La Porte, TX Posts: 24	Here Is Mine This will go all the way across the front of the cab. It will replace the stock dash and glove compartment. I laid out the design on paper and then traced it into my buddy’s computer plasma cutter. The material is 3/16" aluminum. After I get all the gauges in place and fit up is complete I am going to disassemble and have the aluminum "brushed", anodized red and then powder coated with a clear coating. This whole assembly when done will end up costing me about $1800.00… but I feel it is worth it to have a one of a kind dash. If I would have had to pay for the aluminum and the fab cost to lay it out and cut it I would have to add another $200.00 bucks to the cost. The gauges are all AutoMeter Pro-Comp Super Light gauges. Attached Images __________________ 1970 Model C10 LWB, Small Block 421 CID, AFR 220 Heads, 1050 Dominator, Super Victor Intake, Comp Cams Mech Roller, Comp Cams ProMagnum Roller Rockers, 13.8:1 Compression, 4500 RPM TCI Converter, TH400 TCI Transmission w/reverse manual valve body w/trans brake, 5.13 Rear Gear on a full Spool, 31-16.50-15 Mickey Thompson ET Streets

01-01-2006, 01:30 AM	#12
bskylerj Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: SPOKANE, WASHINGTON Posts: 1,001	Re: playn with dashes.. Nice stuff guys. Here is what I put in. It is a covan's classic set up with Autometer gauges. Attached Images

01-01-2006, 12:56 PM	#13
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	Re: playn with dashes.. ^ that is so nice!

01-01-2006, 05:38 PM	#17
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,604	Re: playn with dashes.. That covans set-up looks really nice is there really as much gap between the pannel and column as it looks like??? __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-01-2006, 07:41 PM	#19
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Re: playn with dashes.. My buddy just got a call from John Covan of Covan's Classics last week. They want to use his Nova for a prototype for the 75-79 series. I like it. __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

01-02-2006, 03:08 AM	#20
bskylerj Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: SPOKANE, WASHINGTON Posts: 1,001	Re: playn with dashes.. No the gap will be gone once I finish the wiring. The steering column is not bolted in all of the way. I had the Dakota digital gauges in before and took them out as they were voltage sensitive. I unbolted the column as it mad this proccess easier. I can asure you that ugly gap will be gone soon.



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01-02-2006, 12:12 PM	#21
mrein3 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Center City, MN, USA Posts: 3,253	Re: playn with dashes.. Three years ago I was messing around with a stock 1971 Monte Carlo cluster. The speedo is a direct bolt in. So if you spend a lot of time in the 100 - 120 mph range, and you want the stock look, this may be your answer. (Just buff off the truck's stock mph numbers). Attached Images __________________ '70 cab, '71 chassis, 383, TH350, NP205. '71 Malibu convertible '72 Malibu hard top Center City, MN

01-02-2006, 03:52 PM	#22
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	Re: playn with dashes.. ^ cool idea. once the 3:08s are in who knows

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