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Gauge Cluster Swap

Old Mar 25, 2006 | 02:19 AM
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Gauge Cluster Swap

I have a 85 firebird with the 2 standard gauges, the gas and mph, then all those dummy lights. I installed a tach and also a temp and oil pressure guage. I now want to get rid of that set up and install the 3-4 pod cluster that looks stock into my car. I was wondering if anyone knew what i definately need to install this, besides the cluster and gauges, as far as wiring is concerned and the plugs..Thanks
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Old Mar 26, 2006 | 08:22 PM
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Car: 1985 Pontiac Firebird
Engine: 2.8 LB8 HO
Transmission: 700R4 with OD
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt 7.625 open-factory 3.42
Are you attempting to swap out the warning lights and install the factory gauges for the 85' Firebird?
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Old Mar 26, 2006 | 08:58 PM
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no warning lights, just speed, temp, oil pressure, gas
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Old Mar 30, 2006 | 08:33 PM
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Get a cluster with what you want, then plug and play.
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Old Mar 30, 2006 | 09:18 PM
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Car: 1985 Pontiac Firebird
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Axle/Gears: 10 bolt 7.625 open-factory 3.42
If the car originally came with warning lights, then the IP wiring harness connectors will have to be re-pinned. Unlike Camaros, you can't just swap a gauge cluster in with Firebirds, you will just blow fuses.
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