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Old Jun 18, 2011 | 10:56 PM
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custom or aftermarket gauge cluster

Hey guys was thinking on changing my cluster out for something new. I am currently swapping out the motor and doing a twin turbo setup. I was wondering if someone could point me to one I can buy or some suggestions on how to make a nice custom cluster. I have a few ideas on how to make a custom one, just not sure it itll work out or if it would even look nice.
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Old Jun 19, 2011 | 03:21 PM
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Re: custom or aftermarket gauge cluster

I don't if you have seen these but I saw one in a car a friend of mine built for a customer.

http://www.phoenixtuning.com/zenstor...roducts_id=346
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Old Jun 19, 2011 | 07:23 PM
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Re: custom or aftermarket gauge cluster

That doesnt look bad, But i am trying to steer clear of digital. i would like to have 2 big gauges ( Speedo, and tach.) along with several small ones possibly about 6 if not more. Im thinking im going to have to Stop being lazy and fab up one myself.
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Old Jun 19, 2011 | 07:31 PM
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Re: custom or aftermarket gauge cluster

this is what i did.
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/elec...tory-bird.html

nothing is available for us firebird people except those digital setups, and i dont think they are made anymore?
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Old Jun 19, 2011 | 07:36 PM
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Re: custom or aftermarket gauge cluster

Originally Posted by cypris09
Im thinking im going to have to Stop being lazy and fab up one myself.
yup
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Old Jun 19, 2011 | 09:03 PM
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Re: custom or aftermarket gauge cluster

Feel free to check out my thread.....

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/fabr...sh-update.html
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 11:01 AM
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Re: custom or aftermarket gauge cluster

Classic industries sells gauge panels either empty or loaded with gauges...
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 10:06 AM
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Re: custom or aftermarket gauge cluster

Thanks all as I thought is have to make a custom one. Iv seen plenty and have many ideas hopefully start one here soon
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 05:36 PM
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Re: custom or aftermarket gauge cluster

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Classic industries sells gauge panels either empty or loaded with gauges...
not for firebirds....
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 11:11 PM
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Re: custom or aftermarket gauge cluster

Ah you are correct sir..
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