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06-15-2024, 06:07 PM | #1 |
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WTB 68 Dash cluster w/tach, Vac
wanting to buy a 68 dash cluster with an 8k tach and Vacuum gauge.
I know there are members here that restore or build them. |
06-17-2024, 05:00 PM | #2 |
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Re: WTB 68 Dash cluster w/tach, Vac
I hadn't noticed your post here, so thank you for reaching out to me via PM. Below are a couple of photos of the gauge cluster that I will use as the foundation for your cluster. It has an impressively low amount of rust for a factory cluster. Here's what I will be doing to it:
1) Convert to 8k tach. I have ordered a Counterpart 8k tach from NPD. 2) Install a custom 8k decal and a VACUUM decal on the factory lens. Here's a video. 3) I will be using a CNC router to cut the tach mounting features in the back tin. Here's a video. 4) Convert to vacuum gauge. I have ordered a Counterpart brand vacuum gauge. 5) Add formed openings in the front tin like the factory units had. Here's a video. 6) Install a new 67-68 style front bezel 7) Install a new rear flexible circuit 8) Paint the OE gauge needles 9) Test all OE gauges to ensure they are functional and accurate. The odometer will be set back to zero 10) Test all bulbs $500 + shipping Money order or Venmo only Last edited by pjmoreland; 06-17-2024 at 05:08 PM. |
06-17-2024, 05:05 PM | #3 |
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Re: WTB 68 Dash cluster w/tach, Vac
Here's a photo of another 8k/vac cluster I built earlier this year.
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06-18-2024, 10:46 AM | #4 |
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Re: WTB 68 Dash cluster w/tach, Vac
Very Cool
I see the work and skill needed for this task thank you |
06-25-2024, 02:08 PM | #5 |
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Re: WTB 68 Dash cluster w/tach, Vac
Here are some photos of your gauge cluster going together.
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06-25-2024, 02:18 PM | #6 |
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Re: WTB 68 Dash cluster w/tach, Vac
Very exciting thank you
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06-26-2024, 04:30 PM | #7 |
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Re: WTB 68 Dash cluster w/tach, Vac
Shipped the gauge cluster today.
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06-26-2024, 04:46 PM | #8 |
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Re: WTB 68 Dash cluster w/tach, Vac
thank you sir
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06-26-2024, 04:47 PM | #9 |
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Re: WTB 68 Dash cluster w/tach, Vac
My pleasure!
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