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Gigem · 12-03-2012, 06:29 PM

I was really excited when I found this recently...

Here is a link to their website...

Then I called them, and they told me they stopped making them. Sucks!

Anyone know of another vendor selling something similar? I prefer to not buy used gauges, but I want something stock-looking...

Jonboy · 12-03-2012, 06:59 PM

http://www.gmsportssalvage.com/?q=node/1318

Gigem · 12-03-2012, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

http://www.gmsportssalvage.com/?q=node/1318

looks good, thanks. I will call them tomorrow.

Gigem · 12-04-2012, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

http://www.gmsportssalvage.com/?q=node/1318

Done - pulled the trigger. None in stock, will be made to order for me. Not cheap. Said it will take a few weeks. Hope it works out... Thanks.

**HIGHWAY BY THE SEA** · 12-04-2012, 03:50 PM

I have heard that those look good installed, but cheap plastic is NOT for me.

J Knight · 12-04-2012, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by HIGHWAY BY THE SEA

I have heard that those look good installed, but cheap plastic is NOT for me.

I dont understand the dislike of the GM sportsalvage gas/fuel combo tach having a plastic face. The whole cluster is plastic. Once it is installed, you cant even tell its plastic. Once it is installed, its enclosed behind the lense where nothing can get to it. The needles are what you need to be carefull with weather it has a plastic face or metal face.

Jonboy · 12-04-2012, 05:44 PM

I think they look great installed.

JRANGER · 12-04-2012, 12:37 AM

Thats pretty bad ass if they are cheap lol

Rich84 · 12-04-2012, 04:14 PM

I have their combination gas and tach, and I couldn't be happier.

JRANGER · 12-04-2012, 06:05 PM

oK....Gotta ask...How much?

homemade87 · 12-04-2012, 07:04 PM

I also did the tack fuel gauge. I love mine . Have no problem with what they are made of. If someone did not tell you, you could not tell the diffrence. I paid $199.00 for just the tack fuel gauge plus shipping. I felt I was better off than buying a used $200.00 cluster and hoping it worked .

Gigem · 12-04-2012, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by JRANGER

oK....Gotta ask...How much?

$284

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JRANGER · 12-04-2012, 07:09 PM

Thats not bad for the whole setup....Considering just a tach from LMC is $129

86c20 · 12-04-2012, 07:23 PM

How could I put this in a 6.2 duesel?
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Jonboy · 12-04-2012, 08:03 PM

I think I have a pic of it with the bezel sitting over it at home. I won't be able to post a pic of it in the truck; I sold it with my LS setup.

Jonboy · 12-05-2012, 10:13 AM

Seems like they are made to order, so that might be possible.

Gigem · 02-04-2013, 10:06 PM

OK everyone, an update on this garbage I got from GM Sports Salvage...

The pod of four small gauges does not even begin to fit... See pictures below that I took today... the black bezel does not fit over these gauges... they will not work with the factory printed circuit board... This is not a "plug and play" deal. Frankly, there is no way to make it work... Sending it back tomorrow... VERY disappointed... Back to the drawing board!

gramps77 · 02-04-2013, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Gigem

OK everyone, an update on this garbage I got from GM Sports Salvage...

The pod of four small gauges does not even begin to fit... See pictures below that I took today... the black bezel does not fit over these gauges... they will not work with the factory printed circuit board... This is not a "plug and play" deal. Frankly, there is no way to make it work... Sending it back tomorrow... VERY disappointed... Back to the drawing board!

That fit is ridiculous. How can they even sell it like that? Makes no sense

Jonboy · 02-04-2013, 10:52 PM

What did the directions say? The tach took a little trimming to fit, but it wasn't major. About 15 minutes or so, and it was done.
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Gigem · 02-04-2013, 11:03 PM

After studying this all day, I have come to the conclusion that these gauges will only work to replace existing gauges, not idiot lights. I do not have a gauge dash to compare to, but they must be very different...

I have decided that this is more trouble than I need. I will put the idiot light dash back in, and buy an oil pressure and water temp gauge to mound under the dash, aftermarket style. Don't need a tach with my new auto trans I guess...

Hope I get my money back without hassle...
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Jonboy · 02-05-2013, 09:17 AM

If you make it up this way, I think I have the stuff you need to make it work.

motornut · 02-05-2013, 09:38 AM

dam thats to bad
yup they are different
no plastic over idiot lights
can't find just a shell and continue?

68Timber · 02-05-2013, 10:19 AM

I wouldn't stop there, a shell will be an easy score in the junkyard.

Gigem · 02-05-2013, 11:36 AM

You guys are right... I am over my initial frustration of this not working as intended... How hard would it be for the manufacturer to say "will not work with idiot light dash"...

I have a line on a gauge cluster that will work with this... I think I will be back in business soon! Thanks all!

motornut · 02-05-2013, 11:51 AM

idiots use a different metal piece with tabs for the lenses

the newer black surround is plastic but can't tell when in tho

12-03-2012, 06:29 PM	#1
Gigem Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Lakeway, TX Posts: 335	Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? I was really excited when I found this recently... Here is a link to their website... Then I called them, and they told me they stopped making them. Sucks! Anyone know of another vendor selling something similar? I prefer to not buy used gauges, but I want something stock-looking...

12-03-2012, 06:59 PM	#2
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? http://www.gmsportssalvage.com/?q=node/1318

12-04-2012, 03:50 PM	#5
HIGHWAY BY THE SEA Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: BY THE CAROLINA SEA Posts: 922	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? I have heard that those look good installed, but cheap plastic is NOT for me. __________________ FRANKENTRUCK 1981 Chevrolet C10 Shortbed Stepside GRANDTRUCK 1968 Chevrolet C10 Stepside Longbed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584617 PROJECT JIGSAW 1967 GMC C3500 GREAT WHITE 1986 Blazer M1009 454 engine w/700R4 transmission gas conversion

12-04-2012, 05:44 PM	#7
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? I think they look great installed. Attached Images

12-04-2012, 12:37 AM	#8
JRANGER Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 3,595	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? Thats pretty bad ass if they are cheap lol __________________ PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULIN http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=306320 Gemini - 1978 GMC C15 High Sierra - 305 c/e - Given to Mother Electra - 1967 Mustang Coupe - 302/w 3 speed Build Chyna - 1968 Chevy C20 Long Stepper

12-04-2012, 04:14 PM	#9
Rich84 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Woodbury, Ct. Posts: 1,699	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? I have their combination gas and tach, and I couldn't be happier.

12-04-2012, 06:05 PM	#10
JRANGER Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 3,595	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? oK....Gotta ask...How much? __________________ PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULIN http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=306320 Gemini - 1978 GMC C15 High Sierra - 305 c/e - Given to Mother Electra - 1967 Mustang Coupe - 302/w 3 speed Build Chyna - 1968 Chevy C20 Long Stepper

12-04-2012, 07:04 PM	#11
homemade87 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Guntersville Alabama Posts: 1,073	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? I also did the tack fuel gauge. I love mine . Have no problem with what they are made of. If someone did not tell you, you could not tell the diffrence. I paid $199.00 for just the tack fuel gauge plus shipping. I felt I was better off than buying a used $200.00 cluster and hoping it worked . Last edited by homemade87; 12-04-2012 at 07:10 PM.

12-04-2012, 07:09 PM	#13
JRANGER Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 3,595	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? Thats not bad for the whole setup....Considering just a tach from LMC is $129 __________________ PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULIN http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=306320 Gemini - 1978 GMC C15 High Sierra - 305 c/e - Given to Mother Electra - 1967 Mustang Coupe - 302/w 3 speed Build Chyna - 1968 Chevy C20 Long Stepper

12-04-2012, 07:23 PM	#14
86c20 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: edgartown mass Posts: 852	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? How could I put this in a 6.2 duesel? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1986 c20 "the hillbilly" 350 sm465 3.42gears 21mpg at 70mph 1985 k30 "the ice cream truck from hell" no rust az truck 197-8??? c30 "ramp truck" 454 1978 monte carlo 350 350th with 2.73 gears. no rust. sc car

12-04-2012, 08:03 PM	#15
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? I think I have a pic of it with the bezel sitting over it at home. I won't be able to post a pic of it in the truck; I sold it with my LS setup.

12-05-2012, 10:13 AM	#16
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? Seems like they are made to order, so that might be possible.

02-04-2013, 10:06 PM	#17
Gigem Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Lakeway, TX Posts: 335	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? OK everyone, an update on this garbage I got from GM Sports Salvage... The pod of four small gauges does not even begin to fit... See pictures below that I took today... the black bezel does not fit over these gauges... they will not work with the factory printed circuit board... This is not a "plug and play" deal. Frankly, there is no way to make it work... Sending it back tomorrow... VERY disappointed... Back to the drawing board! __________________ 1972 GMC Sierra Grande (current truck) 1980 Chevy Stepside (gone) 1987 Chevy Blazer (gone) 1972 Chevelle SS Convertible (gone) 1973 Chevy Corvette (gone) 1967 Chevy Camaro (STOLEN!)

02-04-2013, 10:52 PM	#19
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? What did the directions say? The tach took a little trimming to fit, but it wasn't major. About 15 minutes or so, and it was done. Posted via Mobile Device

02-04-2013, 11:03 PM	#20
Gigem Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Lakeway, TX Posts: 335	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? After studying this all day, I have come to the conclusion that these gauges will only work to replace existing gauges, not idiot lights. I do not have a gauge dash to compare to, but they must be very different... I have decided that this is more trouble than I need. I will put the idiot light dash back in, and buy an oil pressure and water temp gauge to mound under the dash, aftermarket style. Don't need a tach with my new auto trans I guess... Hope I get my money back without hassle... Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 GMC Sierra Grande (current truck) 1980 Chevy Stepside (gone) 1987 Chevy Blazer (gone) 1972 Chevelle SS Convertible (gone) 1973 Chevy Corvette (gone) 1967 Chevy Camaro (STOLEN!)



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02-05-2013, 09:17 AM	#21
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? If you make it up this way, I think I have the stuff you need to make it work.

02-05-2013, 09:38 AM	#22
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? dam thats to bad yup they are different no plastic over idiot lights can't find just a shell and continue? Attached Images __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350

02-05-2013, 10:19 AM	#23
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? I wouldn't stop there, a shell will be an easy score in the junkyard. __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build

02-05-2013, 11:36 AM	#24
Gigem Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Lakeway, TX Posts: 335	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? You guys are right... I am over my initial frustration of this not working as intended... How hard would it be for the manufacturer to say "will not work with idiot light dash"... I have a line on a gauge cluster that will work with this... I think I will be back in business soon! Thanks all! __________________ 1972 GMC Sierra Grande (current truck) 1980 Chevy Stepside (gone) 1987 Chevy Blazer (gone) 1972 Chevelle SS Convertible (gone) 1973 Chevy Corvette (gone) 1967 Chevy Camaro (STOLEN!) Last edited by Gigem; 02-05-2013 at 11:43 AM.

02-05-2013, 11:51 AM	#25
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: Just Dashes replacement gauges - anyone have them? idiots use a different metal piece with tabs for the lenses the newer black surround is plastic but can't tell when in tho Attached Images __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350

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