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Lynx · 09-24-2003, 10:47 PM

I’m planning on replacing my all my dash bulbs this weekend but want to be prepared! How may bulbs should I pick up for my 83 with gauges? Also anyone know what size/part number i need.

Also any advice on removing the cluster is appreciated. At the same time I plan on lubing my speedo cable what should I plan for that?

Thanks Ben

Russell · 09-24-2003, 11:53 PM

It is a fairly simple task to remove the different guages to replace the lightbulbs and such... Be VERY careful when you remove the blue pod in the back, that left bracket breaks wayy to easily... If you do remove the pod, I would highy suggest you clean it up and spray paint the whole thing a nice shiney silver color, it will dramatically improve the brightness of your panel at night. I dunno what number the blubs are, but I can snap a photo of one for you tommorow when I get back in...

junkyardpartseeker · 09-25-2003, 12:33 AM

The bulbs are 194's. They plug into the black sockets that press against the PC on the back of the cluster. Get about 10 or so and that should cover you on it.

Tommy Davis

78SilveradoSWB · 09-25-2003, 04:37 PM

There are 12 bulb positions in all. 2 positions are for the turn signal lights and 2 positions to illuminate the two idiot lights for below the speedometer for 4X4 engaged and Brake/Alt warning lights. The other 8 are for the back lighting.

Lynx · 10-05-2003, 06:21 PM

So whats the trick!! i got the bezzel off and the dash loose the cluster is loose in there but i cant for the life of me get it out! i dont want to smash on it to bad cause one of the tabs already broke off

but thats no big deal if i can get this damn thing outta here!

Ben

MylilBowTie · 10-06-2003, 09:54 AM

Did you remove the speedometer cable from the back? There is also a little wire connector with a really small screw thats attached. Not sure if that is just if you have cruise control or not.

There is a clip that you have to push up on and pull the cable at the same time. It also has to be pushed up when it goes back on. Its not real hard but it can be at times

Russell · 10-06-2003, 10:06 AM

Also, your oil pressure guage may have a cable on it...

Lynx · 10-06-2003, 11:55 AM

Yeah i got caught up on the speedo cable and couldnt get it off, i need to look at one that isnt in the truck to see how its suoposed to come off. i replaced a few lights and it seems that im missing a few a sockets as well

so i guess i can live with it untill i can aford real gauges

Thanks for the help
Ben

09-24-2003, 10:47 PM	#1
Lynx Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada Posts: 513	How many and what kind do i need? I’m planning on replacing my all my dash bulbs this weekend but want to be prepared! How may bulbs should I pick up for my 83 with gauges? Also anyone know what size/part number i need. Also any advice on removing the cluster is appreciated. At the same time I plan on lubing my speedo cable what should I plan for that? Thanks Ben __________________ Ben 1983 Silverado SWB 305 2002 Silverado Extended Cab 5.3 http://members.shaw.ca/bkennett

09-24-2003, 11:53 PM	#2
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	It is a fairly simple task to remove the different guages to replace the lightbulbs and such... Be VERY careful when you remove the blue pod in the back, that left bracket breaks wayy to easily... If you do remove the pod, I would highy suggest you clean it up and spray paint the whole thing a nice shiney silver color, it will dramatically improve the brightness of your panel at night. I dunno what number the blubs are, but I can snap a photo of one for you tommorow when I get back in... __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

09-25-2003, 12:33 AM	#3
junkyardpartseeker Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Mabelvale, AR Posts: 695	bulbs The bulbs are 194's. They plug into the black sockets that press against the PC on the back of the cluster. Get about 10 or so and that should cover you on it. Tommy Davis __________________ junkyardpartseeker@sbcglobal.net

09-25-2003, 04:37 PM	#4
78SilveradoSWB Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 1,615	There are 12 bulb positions in all. 2 positions are for the turn signal lights and 2 positions to illuminate the two idiot lights for below the speedometer for 4X4 engaged and Brake/Alt warning lights. The other 8 are for the back lighting. __________________ Mitch 1978 Chevrolet Silverado C 10 454 BB, TH400

10-05-2003, 06:21 PM	#5
Lynx Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada Posts: 513	So whats the trick!! i got the bezzel off and the dash loose the cluster is loose in there but i cant for the life of me get it out! i dont want to smash on it to bad cause one of the tabs already broke off but thats no big deal if i can get this damn thing outta here! Ben __________________ Ben 1983 Silverado SWB 305 2002 Silverado Extended Cab 5.3 http://members.shaw.ca/bkennett

10-06-2003, 09:54 AM	#6
MylilBowTie Right turn Clyde Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 2,911	Did you remove the speedometer cable from the back? There is also a little wire connector with a really small screw thats attached. Not sure if that is just if you have cruise control or not. There is a clip that you have to push up on and pull the cable at the same time. It also has to be pushed up when it goes back on. Its not real hard but it can be at times

10-06-2003, 10:06 AM	#7
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Also, your oil pressure guage may have a cable on it... __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

10-06-2003, 11:55 AM	#8
Lynx Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada Posts: 513	Yeah i got caught up on the speedo cable and couldnt get it off, i need to look at one that isnt in the truck to see how its suoposed to come off. i replaced a few lights and it seems that im missing a few a sockets as well so i guess i can live with it untill i can aford real gauges Thanks for the help Ben __________________ Ben 1983 Silverado SWB 305 2002 Silverado Extended Cab 5.3 http://members.shaw.ca/bkennett



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