Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

El Campo · 08-14-2011, 04:17 PM

I know that some of you all have done this and was wondering how you did it? Also what series of gauges did you use? I am tired of the less than satisfactory factory gauges when the health of 9000 dollar engine is dependent on it. Pictures would be great if anyone would want to post them!

**Palf70Step** · 08-14-2011, 05:14 PM

There are several in the tech areas of the FAQ section of the board. Pretty good step by step on them too.

hatred · 08-14-2011, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

There are several in the tech areas of the FAQ section of the board. Pretty good step by step on them too.

I cant pull anything up un the FAQ section. No matter how you spell, or word anything. I'm a member on many, many different forums for many different vehicles, and well.... The FAQ section on all of the forums are useless.....

**Palf70Step** · 08-14-2011, 05:56 PM

Start your searching here and look thru the topics.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=262547

YOu are correct though the FAQ in the upper bar does not help much (least with me it don't)

harleyhouser · 08-14-2011, 07:38 PM

check out these gauges that a board member made for johnoro. The guy who makes them is Putter look him up. He is great to deal with and he making me a set just like these right now.

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flashed · 08-15-2011, 05:53 PM

Is that gage cluster plug and play or is additional wiring needed ? That looks amazing and I'd love to have one.

ky_kid · 08-15-2011, 06:00 PM

That dash looks sweet! Anything like that for an 84?

harleyhouser · 08-15-2011, 06:25 PM

He wires it up to a harness, but you have to hard wire the harness to the truck. Its really no big deal. Doesnt seem to hard.

I dont know about an 84

Look up board member Putter and send him a pm, he is very good to deal with.

kevmic28 · 08-15-2011, 07:39 PM

I would like to see the back and how it wires to the truck itself. I want to put new gauges in my truck but dont want to hack the wiring harness.

wwotr · 08-15-2011, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by El Campo

I know that some of you all have done this and was wondering how you did it? Also what series of gauges did you use? I am tired of the less than satisfactory factory gauges when the health of 9000 dollar engine is dependent on it. Pictures would be great if anyone would want to post them!

Heres mine...
Auto Meter Pro Comp II Gauges in an aftermarket Billet Gauge Bezel from Docs Kustoms.

GREEN LED INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LIGHTS - YouTube

harleyhouser · 08-15-2011, 10:49 PM

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kevmic28 · 08-15-2011, 10:57 PM

Does that wiring bracket connect straight up to the factory harness?

harleyhouser · 08-15-2011, 11:01 PM

no, you can look on gmcpauls site and he show what wires go where.

**Hart_Rod** · 08-15-2011, 11:33 PM

Here's one from my burb and one I have for another project:

kevmic28 · 08-15-2011, 11:33 PM

Ok found the wiring diagram on the site. Are the any pictures that show the actual install. Im kinda a visual learner and would be better with some install pics. I would hate to get confused cutting up my wiring on my DD to do this and be stuck. I may try to find a cut wiring harness at a yard the play with ahead of time.

**Hart_Rod** · 08-15-2011, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by kevmic28

Ok found the wiring diagram on the site. Are the any pictures that show the actual install. Im kinda a visual learner and would be better with some install pics. I would hate to get confused cutting up my wiring on my DD to do this and be stuck. I may try to find a cut wiring harness at a yard the play with ahead of time.

Look here:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=110613

El Campo · 08-16-2011, 01:14 PM

Wow those green lit gauges are cool! That's the look that I was thinking of going for.
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wwotr · 08-16-2011, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by El Campo

Wow those green lit gauges are cool! That's the look that I was thinking of going for.
Posted via Mobile Device

Its quite easy too.
I just ordered replacement LED's from "SUPERBRIGHTLED.COM"
They pop right in place of the 194 Bulbs and believe me,
they atre SO MUCH BRIGHTER than the "Colored Glass Bulbs"!

ky_kid · 08-16-2011, 08:20 PM

Any tips for doing this to an 84?

jugernot · 08-16-2011, 11:45 PM

Here are my Gauges. I had another member "Putter" put together for me. He rigged it so when you turn on the high beams the center gauges goes from a white light to a blue one. He took the paint off of the gauge bezel, so from black to a brushed aluminum look.

PDXGraham · 10-12-2015, 09:15 PM

What size guages do I need? I am gonna make my own

89AKurt · 03-08-2016, 12:43 PM

Just wondering...... can a panel that doesn't have the 4 small gauges along the bottom be used?

bs46488 · 03-08-2016, 01:09 PM

I saw these a while ago and decided to do this in my truck.

I'm using the factory 3 hole dash (bought off rockauto) with an autometer 5" tach, 5" quad gauge, and a 3 3/3 speedo in the center.

My truck came with no dash, so I have no starting point. I'll have to design some sort of backing to the dash since I can't source the backing piece.

08-14-2011, 04:17 PM	#1
El Campo Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: El Campo, Tx Posts: 1,246	Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel I know that some of you all have done this and was wondering how you did it? Also what series of gauges did you use? I am tired of the less than satisfactory factory gauges when the health of 9000 dollar engine is dependent on it. Pictures would be great if anyone would want to post them! __________________ 72 Chevy blue LWB, 99% original Oklahoma truck, 28,000 miles 72 Chevy SWB: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486626 (Attempt/Mistake #2) 2003 Harley Davidson Dyna Superglide with 2007 Street Bob front end 2000 Ford F350 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB, 310,000 miles running great (STOLEN St. Patricks Day 2014 AND NEVER RECOVERED) 2002 Ford F250 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB (To replace stolen one) Hook em Horns!!!

08-14-2011, 05:14 PM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,820	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel There are several in the tech areas of the FAQ section of the board. Pretty good step by step on them too. __________________ 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!

08-14-2011, 05:56 PM	#4
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,820	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel Start your searching here and look thru the topics. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=262547 YOu are correct though the FAQ in the upper bar does not help much (least with me it don't) __________________ 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!

08-14-2011, 07:38 PM	#5
harleyhouser Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: valliant oklahoma Posts: 97	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel check out these gauges that a board member made for johnoro. The guy who makes them is Putter look him up. He is great to deal with and he making me a set just like these right now.

08-15-2011, 05:53 PM	#6
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel Is that gage cluster plug and play or is additional wiring needed ? That looks amazing and I'd love to have one.

08-15-2011, 06:00 PM	#7
ky_kid Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Livingston, Montana Posts: 107	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel That dash looks sweet! Anything like that for an 84? __________________ 84 K10 Custom Deluxe: 350 crate engine w/ 4" lift

08-15-2011, 06:25 PM	#8
harleyhouser Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: valliant oklahoma Posts: 97	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel He wires it up to a harness, but you have to hard wire the harness to the truck. Its really no big deal. Doesnt seem to hard. I dont know about an 84 Look up board member Putter and send him a pm, he is very good to deal with.

08-15-2011, 07:39 PM	#9
kevmic28 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arlington Texas Posts: 602	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel I would like to see the back and how it wires to the truck itself. I want to put new gauges in my truck but dont want to hack the wiring harness. __________________ 1970 GMC truck 1988 Harley 1200 Sportster

08-15-2011, 10:49 PM	#11
harleyhouser Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: valliant oklahoma Posts: 97	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel

08-15-2011, 10:57 PM	#12
kevmic28 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arlington Texas Posts: 602	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel Does that wiring bracket connect straight up to the factory harness? __________________ 1970 GMC truck 1988 Harley 1200 Sportster

08-15-2011, 11:01 PM	#13
harleyhouser Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: valliant oklahoma Posts: 97	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel no, you can look on gmcpauls site and he show what wires go where.

08-15-2011, 11:33 PM	#14
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,841	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel Here's one from my burb and one I have for another project: Attached Images __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

08-16-2011, 01:14 PM	#17
El Campo Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: El Campo, Tx Posts: 1,246	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel Wow those green lit gauges are cool! That's the look that I was thinking of going for. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 Chevy blue LWB, 99% original Oklahoma truck, 28,000 miles 72 Chevy SWB: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486626 (Attempt/Mistake #2) 2003 Harley Davidson Dyna Superglide with 2007 Street Bob front end 2000 Ford F350 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB, 310,000 miles running great (STOLEN St. Patricks Day 2014 AND NEVER RECOVERED) 2002 Ford F250 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB (To replace stolen one) Hook em Horns!!!

08-16-2011, 08:20 PM	#19
ky_kid Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Livingston, Montana Posts: 107	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel Any tips for doing this to an 84? __________________ 84 K10 Custom Deluxe: 350 crate engine w/ 4" lift

08-16-2011, 11:45 PM	#20
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel Here are my Gauges. I had another member "Putter" put together for me. He rigged it so when you turn on the high beams the center gauges goes from a white light to a blue one. He took the paint off of the gauge bezel, so from black to a brushed aluminum look. Attached Images __________________ Project Name: LEMON DROP. Reconstruction started "December 2000". Projected completion date "Who knows" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200082



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10-12-2015, 09:15 PM	#21
PDXGraham Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel What size guages do I need? I am gonna make my own

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89AKurt Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Prescott Arizona Posts: 621	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel Just wondering...... can a panel that doesn't have the 4 small gauges along the bottom be used? __________________ 1968 Long Bed 2016 Honda Civic Coupe EX-T ticket magnet

03-08-2016, 01:09 PM	#23
bs46488 Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 547	Re: Autometer gauges in stock dash bezel I saw these a while ago and decided to do this in my truck. I'm using the factory 3 hole dash (bought off rockauto) with an autometer 5" tach, 5" quad gauge, and a 3 3/3 speedo in the center. My truck came with no dash, so I have no starting point. I'll have to design some sort of backing to the dash since I can't source the backing piece.

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