MI 60-66 gauge cluster restoration

[TBONE1964]

I have this add on the 67-72 parts board but will also do 60-66 gauge clusters. The price for a standard restoration is $300.00 labor for a 60-66 cluster. Please contact me for more information on your specific needs.

The price does not include any parts that need to be replaced such as gauges, lens, etc.

I am currently working on a 64-66 cluster restoration and will add photos of the process in the near future.

Please refer to the link for my add on the 67-72 board.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=604141


Also you can send email to tbonegarris@yahoo.com or support@classicgaugeandcluster.com

Thank you for your interest,
Tom

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[LT1 Burb]

So what exactly does a guy get , new lens?, bezel bead blasted and painted etc.

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by LT1 Burb

So what exactly does a guy get , new lens?, bezel bead blasted and painted etc.

That is a very good question. Let me break it down:

I start with your complete cluster.
I check the gauges (including speedometer for there operation and replace any that need replacing.
I completely disassemble the cluster right down to the last screw.
I bead blast all the tin work and the bezel.
I paint the tin work inside and out. I also remove the small tin work from the gauges and bead blast and paint inside and out.
I paint all the needles on the gauges and speedometer.
I reface the odometer numbers and reset to zero miles or what ever miles the customer request.
I reface the gauges and speedometer with a decal kit.
I wet sand and polish the original lens. I prefer to use the original lens over reproduction lens. If a good original is not available, I will use a reproduction.
I strip and paint the gauge face plate satin black as original.
I paint the bezel any color the customer wants. I will also polish a bezel for an additional fee.
I assemble the cluster completely and use new nuts. I also clean and polish the terminals on the back of the gauges.
I un-tape clean, inspect, repair and re tape the light harness.
I replace all of the light bulbs with the stock type or LED's for slightly more money.
I pay for any gauge or lens that needs replacing. It is part of the price.
I pay for return shipping back to the customer. This is usually around $20.00
Finally, I put my passion and love for restoring these into every one I do. Everyone is a little different than the last.

In my opinion, these look better on the back side than they do the front and it is a shame that the back of the cluster is never seen when it is installed in the truck.

Thank you for the question
Have a great holiday,
Tom

[LostMy65]

Originally Posted by TBONE1964

....clip....
I start with your complete cluster.
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I pay for any gauge or lens that needs replacing. It is part of the price.

Sometimes someone might have a cluster that is missing a particular gauge or part. (incomplete cluster)
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Might I suggest you have some sort of cost figured for replacing missing parts or gauges.

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by LostMy65

Sometimes someone might have a cluster that is missing a particular gauge or part. (incomplete cluster)
.
Might I suggest you have some sort of cost figured for replacing missing parts or gauges.

You make a very valid point. The price of $300.00 will get you a complete restored gauge cluster. I try to buy as many cores as I think I will need to accommodate any non working gauges, cracked lens, etc.

If I had to place a dollar amount on a working gauge, it would be $20.00 - $25.00. That would be the same for a good usable lens. Speedometers are a little more. I recently sold a speedometer for a 62 for $50.00. It was a nice clean working part and the customer was happy with that price.

I appreciate all of the feedback and comments. It helps me provide a better service to my customers.

Thank you,
Tom

[bigcowl-imp]

Got any pics of a 64 cluster ??

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by bigcowl-imp

Got any pics of a 64 cluster ??

Pm me your email and I will send you some photos of a 1964 that I am working on currently.

Thank you,
Tom

[61sub]

You buy clusters? looking to sell this one. If so what you you buy it for?

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by 61sub

You buy clusters? looking to sell this one. If so what you you buy it for?

Not in the market for one now. I will get with you at a later date if you still have it.

Thank you for asking
Tom

[jb9281]

How much to restore a 66 cluster with warning lights? Or, trade for a restored cluster with mechanical gauges? Send reply thru PM, Thanks

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by jb9281

How much to restore a 66 cluster with warning lights? Or, trade for a restored cluster with mechanical gauges? Send reply thru PM, Thanks

PM Sent

[sigshooter]

Would like to see pictures of your work

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by sigshooter

Would like to see pictures of your work

Here is some photos of a 64-66 I am working on for a customer. It is not completely finished and needs the bezel painted. On this one the customer requested the addition of a clock.

I am also preparing to build a standard factory 64-66 cluster with and without gauges, a 60-63 without gauges and a 60-63 with gauges and a tach for anyone interested and will post them when complete.

Please contact me for your specific needs and thank you for the interest,
Tom

[Dinos63]

Originally Posted by TBONE1964

Here is some photos of a 64-66 I am working on for a customer. It is not completely finished and needs the bezel painted. On this one the customer requested the addition of a clock.

I am also preparing to build a standard factory 64-66 cluster with and without gauges, a 60-63 without gauges and a 60-63 with gauges and a tach for anyone interested and will post them when complete.

Please contact me for your specific needs and thank you for the interest,
Tom

man that's very nice!! hmmmm

[Dinos63]

and tom that's a great deal ,very nicely done

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by Dinos63

and tom that's a great deal ,very nicely done

Thank you for the comments. I appreciate it very much,
Tom

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Thank you for looking

[Danny#2]

TB1964 Where did you get the clock???

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by Danny#2

TB1964 Where did you get the clock???

The clock is for 1955/1956 Chevy passenger cars and 1958 - 1962 Corvettes. You can buy restored ones on ebay for about $120.00

Hope this helps.
tom

[Leroy-B1]

Nice work

[McCoyAZ]

Originally Posted by TBONE1964

Here is some photos of a 64-66 I am working on for a customer. It is not completely finished and needs the bezel painted. On this one the customer requested the addition of a clock.

I am also preparing to build a standard factory 64-66 cluster with and without gauges, a 60-63 without gauges and a 60-63 with gauges and a tach for anyone interested and will post them when complete.

Please contact me for your specific needs and thank you for the interest,
Tom

Now that is a fine looking piece of work if I do say so myself......and the clock....Brilliant. :-)

Thanks again for doing this for me...I could not be any happier with the work or the price.

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by McCoyAZ

Now that is a fine looking piece of work if I do say so myself......and the clock....Brilliant. :-)

Thanks again for doing this for me...I could not be any happier with the work or the price.

Thank you Scott,

I am thrilled that you are happy with the work. I have had a lot of work because of your build and I appreciate it very much.

Take care,
Tom

[TJ's Chevy]

Great work Tom! I might looking into having you do one fer me one day....I am considering doing an autometer style gauge setup, but not sure yet. Great work! And I sure am gonna look fer one of those clocks! LOL! T.J.

[TBONE1964]

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