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68c10owner · 01-10-2009, 01:06 PM

I found another set of gauges for my 84 that came from another 84 truck. The guy does not gaurantee that they work. Is there way to test them out of the vehicle? Are they rebuildable if they don`t work?

shadetree · 01-10-2009, 01:41 PM

Yes, the gauges can be tested, in or out of the truck. Each one needs different data (speedo needs a mechanical twist/heat gauge needs a signal from a correct sending unit/ect). I've never rebuilt a gauge, as junkyard replacements are cheap, and factory gauges are sealed.

68c10owner · 01-10-2009, 02:44 PM

Thanks. I`ve never messed with them and would hate to buy a set of gauges only to have them not work. They look clean in the pictures and hopefully I can get them cheap. I also found a clock to put in the cluster if i end up with it. I was going to just go with Autometer but I`ve decided to just use the factory stuff.

**Captkaos** · 01-12-2009, 07:52 PM

You can rebuild them, but they cost more than it would if you found one that worked. I personally used to sell these and they are easy to check if you have a truck there. I wouldn't buy one if they owner can't say if it works or not, unless it was free.

Hoods69BadBowTie · 01-13-2009, 05:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Captkaos

You can rebuild them, but they cost more than it would if you found one that worked. I wouldn't buy one if they owner can't say if it works or not, unless it was free.

Ya x2. I have never spent money on rebuilding just found another good set. I wouldn't give money unless I know that the gauges work just my .02 cents bud!

68c10owner · 01-13-2009, 02:34 PM

Thanks guys. I decided to pass on them. I don`t really have the money to be buying gauges now anyway. I just though that since they were unde $50 I might pick them up but I`ll wait. Whats a fair price for a gauranteed set of factory gauges?

01-10-2009, 01:06 PM	#1
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,006	another gauge question I found another set of gauges for my 84 that came from another 84 truck. The guy does not gaurantee that they work. Is there way to test them out of the vehicle? Are they rebuildable if they don`t work? __________________ Anthony

01-10-2009, 01:41 PM	#2
shadetree Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Knightstown, in, usa Posts: 2,525	Re: another gauge question Yes, the gauges can be tested, in or out of the truck. Each one needs different data (speedo needs a mechanical twist/heat gauge needs a signal from a correct sending unit/ect). I've never rebuilt a gauge, as junkyard replacements are cheap, and factory gauges are sealed. __________________ 1970 long fleet, 355 4 speed, primer, walnut goodies

01-10-2009, 02:44 PM	#3
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,006	Re: another gauge question Thanks. I`ve never messed with them and would hate to buy a set of gauges only to have them not work. They look clean in the pictures and hopefully I can get them cheap. I also found a clock to put in the cluster if i end up with it. I was going to just go with Autometer but I`ve decided to just use the factory stuff. __________________ Anthony

01-12-2009, 07:52 PM	#4
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: another gauge question You can rebuild them, but they cost more than it would if you found one that worked. I personally used to sell these and they are easy to check if you have a truck there. I wouldn't buy one if they owner can't say if it works or not, unless it was free. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

01-13-2009, 02:34 PM	#6
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,006	Re: another gauge question Thanks guys. I decided to pass on them. I don`t really have the money to be buying gauges now anyway. I just though that since they were unde $50 I might pick them up but I`ll wait. Whats a fair price for a gauranteed set of factory gauges? __________________ Anthony

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