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kenm78 · 02-25-2010, 09:33 PM

I got some Autometer Pro Comps in today. Started putting them together let me know what you think....

kenm78 · 02-25-2010, 09:35 PM

More pics.

kenm78 · 02-25-2010, 09:37 PM

Last ones for tonight, Will post pics of wiring and finished product installed later on.

Cherub · 02-25-2010, 10:03 PM

they came out good.

kenm78 · 02-25-2010, 10:07 PM

Thanks

flamingbig10 · 02-25-2010, 10:11 PM

looks great

3r!c84 · 02-25-2010, 11:43 PM

how much did you pay for all the guages?

Slofarmtruck · 02-25-2010, 11:51 PM

Very nicely done!!

kenm78 · 02-26-2010, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 3r!c84

how much did you pay for all the guages?

The gauges alone cost $580.40 plus I had to buy the speedometer sender unit for the electric speedo for $69.95 total $650.35 Through Summit Racing. Kinda high but I've been wanting to do this for a long time.

Tezjoe84 · 02-26-2010, 12:37 AM

That looks awsome man, i'm gonna do the same, i'm just gonna use the Ultra-lite II's

You gonna come hang with the rest of us this weekend?

If you didn't happen across it we're all going to Beechd18(Neil)'s place.

Here's the link to the post if you wanna read about it.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382767

kenm78 · 02-26-2010, 06:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tezjoe84

That looks awsome man, i'm gonna do the same, i'm just gonna use the Ultra-lite II's

You gonna come hang with the rest of us this weekend?

If you didn't happen across it we're all going to Beechd18(Neil)'s place.

Here's the link to the post if you wanna read about it.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382767

Not this weekend. I have a bunch of stuff going on but I have been watching that thread and will be in the near future.

HarrisonTX · 02-26-2010, 08:54 AM

Those look real nice. Personally, I'd have used the Ultra lites, because they'd match the silver.

My question is about the brackets used to hold the gauges in. How did you attach the brackets to the bezel?

silvereagle07 · 02-26-2010, 09:58 AM

That looks great! I like the look of the ProComp gauges. They resemble the factory look somewhat. Great job.

JohnC · 02-26-2010, 10:08 AM

Looks awesome man! I like the black gauge contrast with the bezel. I'm looking at doing the same, but mounting mine behind the bezel. Make sure and post pics of it in the truck!

menace121978 · 02-26-2010, 10:19 AM

very nice! they look great man... cant wait to see them in the truck!!

1 question... do the gauges come with their own sending unit or sensors? i.e. coolant sensor, etc..

rodstored-72 · 02-26-2010, 10:25 AM

kenm78,
i am in the process of doing the same thing in my '72. i am going to follow this to see how you do the wiring! if you think about it take some good pics of it to let us follow along. i am going to do the same thing....

thanks...
rodstored-72

kenm78 · 02-26-2010, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HarrisonTX

Those look real nice. Personally, I'd have used the Ultra lites, because they'd match the silver.

My question is about the brackets used to hold the gauges in. How did you attach the brackets to the bezel?

The gauges come with brackets. I just cut enough off the dash panel and slipped the gauges through and put the clamps on the back If you look at the last two pics you will see the aluminum nuts and the black plastic running around the white part of the gauge it just grips the gauge bezel and seems to be holding nice and tight.

kenm78 · 02-26-2010, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by menace121978

very nice! they look great man... cant wait to see them in the truck!!

1 question... do the gauges come with their own sending unit or sensors? i.e. coolant sensor, etc..

Yes they do. The coolant temp comes with a couple fittings and a small sender that threads into it. The oil gauge comes with its own sender as well. The fuel should work with the stock tank sender.

kghtrdr272 · 02-26-2010, 10:02 PM

They look great. I'm also planning to do the same with my 85 GMC. Looking forward to seeing them installed.

spinem · 02-26-2010, 10:05 PM

camshaftgsxr · 02-26-2010, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by kenm78

let me know what you think....

i think you suck..

i was gonna do that but i didn't, its soooo freakin sweet

i envy you man
looks good

kenm78 · 02-26-2010, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camshaftgsxr

i think you suck..

i was gonna do that but i didn't, its soooo freakin sweet

i envy you man
looks good

LOL, Too funny. Thanks appreciate all the complements.

camshaftgsxr · 02-26-2010, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenm78

LOL, Too funny. Thanks appreciate all the complements.

its always nice too see good quality work done by an owner and not a shop.

staggerd86c-10 · 02-28-2010, 02:43 AM

WHATS UP WITH THE WIRING? IM DOING MINE THIS WEEKEND YOU INSPIRED ME TO GET OFF MY ASS AND DO IT ALREADY I HAVE HAD THE GAUGES FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS. wHATS THE WIRING COLORS AND HOW ARE YOU GOING TO USE THE FACTORY CLUSTER BACKING IN ANYWAY?

Camaro_nut2001 · 02-28-2010, 04:57 AM

Very nice!!

02-25-2010, 09:33 PM	#1
kenm78 Broken Down Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Choctaw, Oklahoma Posts: 1,267	Guage install I got some Autometer Pro Comps in today. Started putting them together let me know what you think.... Attached Images __________________ kenm78 1982 Chevy 4X4 Project truck “It’s better to keep your mouth shut and let people wonder about your ignorance, than open your mouth and reveal all doubt”

02-25-2010, 09:35 PM	#2
kenm78 Broken Down Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Choctaw, Oklahoma Posts: 1,267	Re: Guage install More pics. Attached Images __________________ kenm78 1982 Chevy 4X4 Project truck “It’s better to keep your mouth shut and let people wonder about your ignorance, than open your mouth and reveal all doubt”

02-25-2010, 09:37 PM	#3
kenm78 Broken Down Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Choctaw, Oklahoma Posts: 1,267	Re: Guage install Last ones for tonight, Will post pics of wiring and finished product installed later on. Attached Images __________________ kenm78 1982 Chevy 4X4 Project truck “It’s better to keep your mouth shut and let people wonder about your ignorance, than open your mouth and reveal all doubt”

02-25-2010, 10:03 PM	#4
Cherub Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 970	Re: Guage install they came out good. __________________ 2014 LTZ Z71 Silverado 82 C15 LQ4/4L80E Conversion 78 Suburban build (SOLD) 83 4x4 Suburban(SOLD) 82 C15 (my first truck)

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kenm78 Broken Down Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Choctaw, Oklahoma Posts: 1,267	Re: Guage install Thanks __________________ kenm78 1982 Chevy 4X4 Project truck “It’s better to keep your mouth shut and let people wonder about your ignorance, than open your mouth and reveal all doubt”

02-25-2010, 10:11 PM	#6
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02-25-2010, 11:43 PM	#7
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: Guage install how much did you pay for all the guages? __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

02-25-2010, 11:51 PM	#8
Slofarmtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Waukesha, WI Posts: 162	Re: Guage install Very nicely done!!

02-26-2010, 12:37 AM	#10
Tezjoe84 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Ardmore, Ok Posts: 255	Re: Guage install That looks awsome man, i'm gonna do the same, i'm just gonna use the Ultra-lite II's You gonna come hang with the rest of us this weekend? If you didn't happen across it we're all going to Beechd18(Neil)'s place. Here's the link to the post if you wanna read about it. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382767 __________________ Joe 1957 Chevy 3100 Stepside

02-26-2010, 08:54 AM	#12
HarrisonTX Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Waco TX Posts: 247	Re: Guage install Those look real nice. Personally, I'd have used the Ultra lites, because they'd match the silver. My question is about the brackets used to hold the gauges in. How did you attach the brackets to the bezel? __________________ '69 custom/camper '74 260z 302 chevy/tko500 swap in progrss '79 Malibu 355 all forged 4 speed car. '86 k5 blazer '06 Duramax

02-26-2010, 09:58 AM	#13
silvereagle07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bailey, NC Posts: 2,462	Re: Guage install That looks great! I like the look of the ProComp gauges. They resemble the factory look somewhat. Great job. __________________ Jeramy '84 GMC project truck '85 Chevy 4X4 SOLD '07 Chevy Trailblazer SS 5th Annual SHPHC Car/Truck Show Pics http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543605 UPDATED PICS! CHECK 'EM OUT

02-26-2010, 10:08 AM	#14
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Guage install Looks awesome man! I like the black gauge contrast with the bezel. I'm looking at doing the same, but mounting mine behind the bezel. Make sure and post pics of it in the truck!

02-26-2010, 10:19 AM	#15
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Guage install very nice! they look great man... cant wait to see them in the truck!! 1 question... do the gauges come with their own sending unit or sensors? i.e. coolant sensor, etc.. __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

02-26-2010, 10:25 AM	#16
rodstored-72 chevy truck fan Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Gilbert, arizona 85298 Posts: 1,999	Re: Guage install kenm78, i am in the process of doing the same thing in my '72. i am going to follow this to see how you do the wiring! if you think about it take some good pics of it to let us follow along. i am going to do the same thing.... thanks... rodstored-72

02-26-2010, 10:02 PM	#19
kghtrdr272 Easy Rider Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Arlington, TN. Posts: 21	Re: Guage install They look great. I'm also planning to do the same with my 85 GMC. Looking forward to seeing them installed. __________________ Jeremy '85 GMC swb (project) 07 Harley '09 Ford Escape ( the family car)



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02-26-2010, 10:05 PM	#20
spinem haha, ford guys... Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Visalia, CA Posts: 576	Re: Guage install

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staggerd86c-10 Squarebody Aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 713	Re: Guage install WHATS UP WITH THE WIRING? IM DOING MINE THIS WEEKEND YOU INSPIRED ME TO GET OFF MY ASS AND DO IT ALREADY I HAVE HAD THE GAUGES FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS. wHATS THE WIRING COLORS AND HOW ARE YOU GOING TO USE THE FACTORY CLUSTER BACKING IN ANYWAY?

02-28-2010, 04:57 AM	#25
Camaro_nut2001 Chevy Lover Till The End. Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mascot TN. Posts: 795	Re: Guage install Very nice!! __________________ 1969 Chevy SWB Big Block - Under the knife as of 12/26/2011 1989 Chevy Silverado, 4X4 - Daily Driver 1996 Chevy Suburban K1500 - 4-Wheeler, Campin Truck 1968 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe - 327/350hp, TH400, all original. Members I've met: BamaBaxter, My Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=500359

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