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Terry Peerson · 11-26-2003, 03:10 PM

Any opinions on the Boese Engineering reproduction instrument bezels?

krue · 11-26-2003, 03:18 PM

Could you post a pic or a link?

gr8scott51 · 11-26-2003, 03:39 PM

I've bought a few items from Boese and have been very satisfied. If you are talking about the plastic reproduction bezel, you may find it cheaper elswhere. If you are talking about the billet aluminum insert (like this), I love it.

Scott

Terry Peerson · 11-26-2003, 04:16 PM

I'm referring to the stock-looking dash bezel. Their website has them listed for $ 40.00

Burnsman · 11-26-2003, 04:34 PM

Try Rick's Pickup Parts. They are like $25 or $30. He's a board member.

Terry Peerson · 11-26-2003, 04:46 PM

O.K., any opinions on the dash bezels from Rick's?

Terry Peerson · 11-26-2003, 09:59 PM

No opinions? From a relatively opinionated bunch I would have expected at least one or two?

Surely someone here has used an aftermarket dash bezel? And either likes it or doesn't.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 11-26-2003, 10:03 PM

I bought a full chrome bezel from Christian's classsic's very good quality and I think I paid around 30 for it.. Btw way fyi it's tim christian.. I see if I can find a pic..

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 11-26-2003, 10:09 PM

Here'sa pic I did cut the hole's bigger for the aftermarket guage's but it's still a very nice piece..

Terry Peerson · 11-26-2003, 10:19 PM

Thanks man,

I appreciate the info. I just couldn't understand why no one was posting any replies. I guess maybe I'm just too new here and no one really knows me. It seems like alot of you guys know each other fairly well. At least well enough to tease each other. Maybe not like really know each other. But know each other because you have spent alot of time reading and posting messages to each other. So you kind-of "feel" like you know each other. This whole "Message Board" thing is still pretty new to me. I like it though. I "check-in" to read new posts several times a day.

gr8scott51 · 11-26-2003, 10:26 PM

There have been a lot of threads on the instrument bezels, so folks are probably tired of talking about them - it's not personal (as far as I know). Hit the search button and type in dash insert.

good luck, Scott

Terry Peerson · 11-26-2003, 10:47 PM

I tried the search before I started this thread. Didn't see anything that mentioned peoples' satisfaction with the afttermarket bezels' quality/fit/durability. I also looked at the review board. I have been reading posts here for quite a while and I cannot figure-out why some posts generate an unbelievable amount of responses and others seem to be ignored. There seems to be no real rhyme or reason to it-

I am still hooked, though!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 11-26-2003, 10:50 PM

I am sure it is nothing personal just some people like to see the post's with kool truck's in them and there are other's like to help people out with info. Welcome to the board if I have not already welcomed you..

Terry Peerson · 11-26-2003, 11:33 PM

Thanks for the welcome! By the way, the chrome bezel looks really good! It just won't really work for me. I guess I just prefer the stock look. It's just a personal preference. Not that I don't like the custom stuff. I just don't like a whole lot of it. The funny thing is that the older I get, the more I seem to lean towards "stock" (does this mean I am turning into my father?)Scary!

Anyway, this is still fun! And all of you guys seem like good guys to me!

Tx Firefighter · 11-26-2003, 11:33 PM

I've always used new aftermarket bezels. I get mine from Kenny's Chevy Trucks for 30 or 40 depending on his mood that day. Never had a single complaint about them. Money well spent, makes the dash really pop.

Welcome aboard. Just be patient, I'll find something to hack on you about.

Spoof · 11-27-2003, 12:23 AM

It may seem hit or miss with post responses but after a few years you're less inclined to check out ones with subjects your overly familiar with.
Try sexing it up...next time use a subject like " Bastard ricers said our aftermarket bezels are shoddy and cheap looking!(whats your opinion?) This is sure to generate hits! lol
Welcome to the board Terry.
PS if Rat-at-tach invites you to a private chat room, unplug your computer!

**Tim Christian** · 11-27-2003, 12:36 AM

They are a difference in dash bezels with the black on them. They are one type out there that don't look as good. I do not carry them anymore at all. If you are interested in one(the nicer ones) I will sell you one for $30.00 + shipping. Thanks Tim

krue · 11-27-2003, 12:38 AM

I haven't bought one from any of the vendors here, but I pretty much guarantee you'll be satisfied with anything they sell. Let us know what you get and where, I need to get one myself, but it's pretty low on hte list right now.

gr8scott51 · 11-27-2003, 12:41 AM

I haven't dealt with Tim, but I have never heard a bad word used against him.

scott

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 11-27-2003, 01:01 AM

Tim would be were I got my bezel VERY nice and he is easy to deal with. I also have never heard anything bad about tim..

Terry Peerson · 11-27-2003, 01:31 AM

Thank you all!

I knew if I wined I would get some responses! I will contact Tim Christian next week. Everyone please have a safe holiday!

Terry

RACING29 · 11-27-2003, 01:49 AM

Hey Tim do have any of the clear tail light lens and the dash bezels in stock?

Longhorn Man · 11-27-2003, 02:52 AM

I can't speak for tim other than what I have heard...which is all good. And if he says there are better ones, and he has the I'd take his word.
I CAN say though, that Rick's has them for 25 bucks, and while fitment is not 100% perfect...it is d@mn close and a great deal. I have bought 3 or 4 from him so far.

*rickspickuppart* · 11-27-2003, 03:54 AM

I have both styles (all chrome and black w/ chrome either one for $25.00) and if for some reason you aren't happy w/ the item, I will refund the price of the part and your initial shipping charges.

And I also have the clear tail lens sets for 20.00 (includes the 2 tail lenses, 2 red 1157 bulbs, and the 2 gaskets)

Shawn

junkyardjohn · 11-27-2003, 04:37 AM

I CAN VOUCH FOR THE FIT & FINISH OF THE DASH BEZELS THAT **************** SELLS. THEY ARE AS GOOD OR BETTER THAN ANY BEZEL THAT I HAVE EVER USED. SHAWN AT RICKS HAS GONE THE EXTRA 3 MILES WITH TONS OF TECHNICAL HELP, & ALL THE DISCOUNTED BOARDMEMBERS SPECIALS ON THE MOST OFTEN USED & NEEDED PARTS, THAT WE ALL USE IN BUILDING & MAINTAINING THE TRUCKS. THEY'RE EVERYDAY PRICES ARE UNBELIEVABLY LOW, & THERE SPECIALS ARE..... WELL .... I FIND MYSELF BUYING PARTS THAT I'M IN NO WAY READY TO INSTALL YET JUST BECAUSE THEY'RE SUCH A GREAT DEAL. CHECK EM OUT. JOHN

11-26-2003, 03:10 PM	#1
Terry Peerson Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Bonner Springs, KS Posts: 307	Dash Bezel Any opinions on the Boese Engineering reproduction instrument bezels?

11-26-2003, 03:18 PM	#2
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Could you post a pic or a link? __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

11-26-2003, 03:39 PM	#3
gr8scott51 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 1,839	Boese I've bought a few items from Boese and have been very satisfied. If you are talking about the plastic reproduction bezel, you may find it cheaper elswhere. If you are talking about the billet aluminum insert (like this), I love it. Scott Attached Images __________________ Silence is golden, duct tape is silver. - Scott

11-26-2003, 04:34 PM	#5
Burnsman Chevy Freak Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Meadville, Pa. Posts: 2,804	Bezels Try Rick's Pickup Parts. They are like $25 or $30. He's a board member. __________________ 69 GMC SWB, 350 70 Chevy LWB, 350 55 chevy gasser, 461 73 Camaro, 496 67 RS Camaro, 406 64 Chevelle, 588 71 Nova, 565 67 Camaro, 461

11-26-2003, 10:03 PM	#8
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,604	I bought a full chrome bezel from Christian's classsic's very good quality and I think I paid around 30 for it.. Btw way fyi it's tim christian.. I see if I can find a pic.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-26-2003, 04:16 PM	#4
Terry Peerson Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Bonner Springs, KS Posts: 307	I'm referring to the stock-looking dash bezel. Their website has them listed for $ 40.00

11-26-2003, 04:46 PM	#6
Terry Peerson Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Bonner Springs, KS Posts: 307	O.K., any opinions on the dash bezels from Rick's?

11-26-2003, 09:59 PM	#7
Terry Peerson Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Bonner Springs, KS Posts: 307	No opinions? From a relatively opinionated bunch I would have expected at least one or two? Surely someone here has used an aftermarket dash bezel? And either likes it or doesn't.

11-26-2003, 10:09 PM	#9
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,604	Here'sa pic I did cut the hole's bigger for the aftermarket guage's but it's still a very nice piece.. Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-26-2003, 10:19 PM	#10
Terry Peerson Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Bonner Springs, KS Posts: 307	Thanks man, I appreciate the info. I just couldn't understand why no one was posting any replies. I guess maybe I'm just too new here and no one really knows me. It seems like alot of you guys know each other fairly well. At least well enough to tease each other. Maybe not like really know each other. But know each other because you have spent alot of time reading and posting messages to each other. So you kind-of "feel" like you know each other. This whole "Message Board" thing is still pretty new to me. I like it though. I "check-in" to read new posts several times a day.

11-26-2003, 10:26 PM	#11
gr8scott51 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 1,839	cuz There have been a lot of threads on the instrument bezels, so folks are probably tired of talking about them - it's not personal (as far as I know). Hit the search button and type in dash insert. good luck, Scott __________________ Silence is golden, duct tape is silver. - Scott

11-26-2003, 10:47 PM	#12
Terry Peerson Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Bonner Springs, KS Posts: 307	I tried the search before I started this thread. Didn't see anything that mentioned peoples' satisfaction with the afttermarket bezels' quality/fit/durability. I also looked at the review board. I have been reading posts here for quite a while and I cannot figure-out why some posts generate an unbelievable amount of responses and others seem to be ignored. There seems to be no real rhyme or reason to it- I am still hooked, though!

11-26-2003, 10:50 PM	#13
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,604	I am sure it is nothing personal just some people like to see the post's with kool truck's in them and there are other's like to help people out with info. Welcome to the board if I have not already welcomed you.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-26-2003, 11:33 PM	#14
Terry Peerson Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Bonner Springs, KS Posts: 307	Thanks for the welcome! By the way, the chrome bezel looks really good! It just won't really work for me. I guess I just prefer the stock look. It's just a personal preference. Not that I don't like the custom stuff. I just don't like a whole lot of it. The funny thing is that the older I get, the more I seem to lean towards "stock" (does this mean I am turning into my father?)Scary! Anyway, this is still fun! And all of you guys seem like good guys to me!

11-26-2003, 11:33 PM	#15
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	I've always used new aftermarket bezels. I get mine from Kenny's Chevy Trucks for 30 or 40 depending on his mood that day. Never had a single complaint about them. Money well spent, makes the dash really pop. Welcome aboard. Just be patient, I'll find something to hack on you about. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin



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11-27-2003, 12:23 AM	#16
Spoof Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Victoria,BC, Canada Posts: 1,300	It may seem hit or miss with post responses but after a few years you're less inclined to check out ones with subjects your overly familiar with. Try sexing it up...next time use a subject like " Bastard ricers said our aftermarket bezels are shoddy and cheap looking!(whats your opinion?) This is sure to generate hits! lol Welcome to the board Terry. PS if Rat-at-tach invites you to a private chat room, unplug your computer! __________________ 71 GMC 1500 LWB

11-27-2003, 12:36 AM	#17
Tim Christian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TN/VA Posts: 6,388	They are a difference in dash bezels with the black on them. They are one type out there that don't look as good. I do not carry them anymore at all. If you are interested in one(the nicer ones) I will sell you one for $30.00 + shipping. Thanks Tim

11-27-2003, 12:38 AM	#18
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	I haven't bought one from any of the vendors here, but I pretty much guarantee you'll be satisfied with anything they sell. Let us know what you get and where, I need to get one myself, but it's pretty low on hte list right now. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

11-27-2003, 12:41 AM	#19
gr8scott51 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 1,839	there ya go I haven't dealt with Tim, but I have never heard a bad word used against him. scott __________________ Silence is golden, duct tape is silver. - Scott

11-27-2003, 01:01 AM	#20
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,604	Tim would be were I got my bezel VERY nice and he is easy to deal with. I also have never heard anything bad about tim.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-27-2003, 01:31 AM	#21
Terry Peerson Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Bonner Springs, KS Posts: 307	Thank you all! I knew if I wined I would get some responses! I will contact Tim Christian next week. Everyone please have a safe holiday! Terry

11-27-2003, 01:49 AM	#22
RACING29 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tennessee, Morristown Posts: 355	Hey Tim do have any of the clear tail light lens and the dash bezels in stock? __________________ 1967 Chevy truck, R1 racing seats, 4 point racing harness, 4/6 drop, primered blue, soon to be shaved, 350- 060. over, flat top pistons, Eagle rods, Edelbrock Aluminum heads, 1.5 Scorpion roller rockers, Lunati 515" cam, mallory ignition, Holley 750 double pumper carb, Built 350 turbo trans, 2500-2800 boss hog stall, 20 gallon aluminum fuel cell!!!

11-27-2003, 02:52 AM	#23
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	I can't speak for tim other than what I have heard...which is all good. And if he says there are better ones, and he has the I'd take his word. I CAN say though, that Rick's has them for 25 bucks, and while fitment is not 100% perfect...it is d@mn close and a great deal. I have bought 3 or 4 from him so far.

11-27-2003, 03:54 AM	#24
rickspickuppart Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 1,284	I have both styles (all chrome and black w/ chrome either one for $25.00) and if for some reason you aren't happy w/ the item, I will refund the price of the part and your initial shipping charges. And I also have the clear tail lens sets for 20.00 (includes the 2 tail lenses, 2 red 1157 bulbs, and the 2 gaskets) Shawn Last edited by rickspickuppart; 11-27-2003 at 03:58 AM.

11-27-2003, 04:37 AM	#25
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,427	I CAN VOUCH FOR THE FIT & FINISH OF THE DASH BEZELS THAT ************** SELLS. THEY ARE AS GOOD OR BETTER THAN ANY BEZEL THAT I HAVE EVER USED. SHAWN AT RICKS HAS GONE THE EXTRA 3 MILES WITH TONS OF TECHNICAL HELP, & ALL THE DISCOUNTED BOARDMEMBERS SPECIALS ON THE MOST OFTEN USED & NEEDED PARTS, THAT WE ALL USE IN BUILDING & MAINTAINING THE TRUCKS. THEY'RE EVERYDAY PRICES ARE UNBELIEVABLY LOW, & THERE SPECIALS ARE..... WELL .... I FIND MYSELF BUYING PARTS THAT I'M IN NO WAY READY TO INSTALL YET JUST BECAUSE THEY'RE SUCH A GREAT DEAL. CHECK EM OUT. JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL** ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

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