Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

HugrOrang71 · 04-05-2007, 09:32 PM

I am looking for an aluminum panel to fit in the stock location to mount a set of aftermarket gauges on a 65. I've seen them for the 67-72 and early pickups, but I haven't found anything for 63-66.

Thanks,
Jason

SIR · 04-05-2007, 11:10 PM

...haneline gauges and panel... www.haneline.com

Hooky · 04-06-2007, 12:03 AM

I love the gauge/dash setup thatg SIR has from Haneline. There is also another version using autometer gauges at http://brothersonlinestore.com/prodi...number=CGP6600 Personally I like the Haneline set up better. What gauges did you use SIR?

mnky30 · 04-06-2007, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by HugrOrang71

I am looking for an aluminum panel to fit in the stock location to mount a set of aftermarket gauges on a 65. I've seen them for the 67-72 and early pickups, but I haven't found anything for 63-66.

Thanks,
Jason

i found instrument gauge cluster in the classic truck mag at www.docskustom.com for 140 ish.
vince

**slepysal** · 04-06-2007, 01:17 AM

How about a cheep home made one ?

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19GMC63 · 04-06-2007, 01:37 AM

Anyone know if someone makes an insert for a GMC?

**Chevy Fleetside** · 04-06-2007, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by SIR

...haneline gauges and panel... www.haneline.com

I saw these gauges at the car show and decieded I wanted them for my truck.. How have they been holding for you Sir?

HugrOrang71 · 04-06-2007, 10:20 AM

Thats exactly what I need. I thought I had seen them before browsing for parts on my 71, but when I looked back through my catalogs I couldn't find them again.
Thanks,
Jason

kwkenuf · 04-06-2007, 11:30 AM

Ebay for the aluminum panel.

mbgmike · 04-07-2007, 11:20 AM

We sell these. They are custom made they are a two panel set. The gauges mount to the inner panel and the outer panel fits over to cover up the rim on the gauges. Its just a little different. They can be powder coated. We do not sell them polished as it tends to scratch easily. They only fit Autometer gauges which we can provide if wanted.

zapper · 04-07-2007, 12:42 PM

I don't know if anyone else has noticed but on ebay I always see the same old stuff like fenedrs, rockers cab corners. I know you always have to keep checking which I do, but there dosen't seem to be many good used parts for these trucks.

**Captainfab** · 04-08-2007, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 19GMC63

Anyone know if someone makes an insert for a GMC?

In the past I've had to make them myself. The GMC's are a little more work since the gauge panel and the bezel are one piece. You just have to cut them apart, leaving a lip on the bezel so you have a place to attach the new gauge panel. IIRC there is a groove that you can cut in as a guide and it leaves enough of a lip.

HugrOrang71 · 04-08-2007, 12:52 AM

kwkenuf,
Is that a copper color, or is it just the lighting?

Jason

Fred T · 04-08-2007, 11:57 AM

The color appears to be anodizing. It's a coating process used on aluminum, can be done in several colors. Relatively hard surface. When done properly, it won't peel or scratch in normal use. We used it a lot on aircraft parts.

62 short step · 04-08-2007, 01:26 PM

I got mine from Dolphin gauges.

SIR · 04-08-2007, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevy Fleetside

I saw these gauges at the car show and decieded I wanted them for my truck.. How have they been holding for you Sir?

....very well no issues what so ever..very pleased.......

kwkenuf · 04-08-2007, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by HugrOrang71

kwkenuf,
Is that a copper color, or is it just the lighting?
Jason

Nope, it's actually just polished aluminum.. poor picture I guess....

HugrOrang71 · 04-08-2007, 10:12 PM

Thanks to everyone for your responses.

Jason

04-05-2007, 09:32 PM	#1
HugrOrang71 Bite me, import boy Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Eagle Point, Oregon Posts: 102	Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges I am looking for an aluminum panel to fit in the stock location to mount a set of aftermarket gauges on a 65. I've seen them for the 67-72 and early pickups, but I haven't found anything for 63-66. Thanks, Jason __________________ Jason '71 C-10 Deluxe-under construction '69 C20, 396,T400-donor truck, '65 C10 project "Facts are meaningless, You can use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true."

04-05-2007, 11:10 PM	#2
SIR SIR Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: grants pass oregon,usa Posts: 658	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges ...haneline gauges and panel... www.haneline.com __________________ 66long low fleet http://community.webshots.com/user/LVNR66 Last edited by SIR; 05-06-2007 at 01:15 PM.

04-06-2007, 12:03 AM	#3
Hooky Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Dallas Posts: 7	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges I love the gauge/dash setup thatg SIR has from Haneline. There is also another version using autometer gauges at http://brothersonlinestore.com/prodi...number=CGP6600 Personally I like the Haneline set up better. What gauges did you use SIR?

04-06-2007, 01:17 AM	#5
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges How about a cheep home made one ?

04-06-2007, 01:37 AM	#6
19GMC63 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,510	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges Anyone know if someone makes an insert for a GMC?

04-06-2007, 10:20 AM	#8
HugrOrang71 Bite me, import boy Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Eagle Point, Oregon Posts: 102	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges Thats exactly what I need. I thought I had seen them before browsing for parts on my 71, but when I looked back through my catalogs I couldn't find them again. Thanks, Jason __________________ Jason '71 C-10 Deluxe-under construction '69 C20, 396,T400-donor truck, '65 C10 project "Facts are meaningless, You can use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true."

04-06-2007, 11:30 AM	#9
kwkenuf Retrofit Management Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 73	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges Ebay for the aluminum panel. __________________ My retrofit fleet -1966 Suburban 2002 Tahoe drivetrain, firewall, floor, chassis and interior in progress -1965 C-10 shortbed stepside, 2003 5.3/4L60E conversion. Power steering, tilt wheel, power front disc brakes, 2.5/4 inch drop, relocated fuel tank and battery, 2002 Silverado buckets and console. Swap Pics -1968 Camaro 95 LT1/4L60E lots o' mods Web Page -1961 Corvette project Corvette Corrections frame, C-4 suspension and brakes, 02 LS1/T-56, Never ending body workPics

04-07-2007, 11:20 AM	#10
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges We sell these. They are custom made they are a two panel set. The gauges mount to the inner panel and the outer panel fits over to cover up the rim on the gauges. Its just a little different. They can be powder coated. We do not sell them polished as it tends to scratch easily. They only fit Autometer gauges which we can provide if wanted. Attached Images

04-07-2007, 12:42 PM	#11
zapper Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: shelburne ont Posts: 25	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges I don't know if anyone else has noticed but on ebay I always see the same old stuff like fenedrs, rockers cab corners. I know you always have to keep checking which I do, but there dosen't seem to be many good used parts for these trucks.

04-08-2007, 12:52 AM	#13
HugrOrang71 Bite me, import boy Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Eagle Point, Oregon Posts: 102	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges kwkenuf, Is that a copper color, or is it just the lighting? Jason __________________ Jason '71 C-10 Deluxe-under construction '69 C20, 396,T400-donor truck, '65 C10 project "Facts are meaningless, You can use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true."

04-08-2007, 11:57 AM	#14
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges The color appears to be anodizing. It's a coating process used on aluminum, can be done in several colors. Relatively hard surface. When done properly, it won't peel or scratch in normal use. We used it a lot on aircraft parts. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

04-08-2007, 01:26 PM	#15
62 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Greenwell Springs, Louisiana Posts: 2,882	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges I got mine from Dolphin gauges.

04-08-2007, 10:12 PM	#18
HugrOrang71 Bite me, import boy Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Eagle Point, Oregon Posts: 102	Re: Instrument cluster panel for aftermarket gauges Thanks to everyone for your responses. Jason __________________ Jason '71 C-10 Deluxe-under construction '69 C20, 396,T400-donor truck, '65 C10 project "Facts are meaningless, You can use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true."



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