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Offline bigblock73

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Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« on: August 31, 2010, 10:53:55 pm »
Had these puppies surface mounted, but decided to recess them for better looks and functionality.  Here are some pics taken tonight. 

Haven't been on the board much, finally had some free time and something to contribute...lol
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Offline 1HI4x4

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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #1 on: September 01, 2010, 05:39:53 am »
They look real good.
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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #2 on: September 01, 2010, 07:45:10 am »
Very nice! Nice way of mounting as well. I have mine surface mounted, but this looks very nice!

If you want to see mine, it is in my 198-Everything thread in the Members Rides.  :) Didn't want to post pictures and thread jack. Mine still needs a little work. I need to get a fuel gauge, and repaint the bezel on my speedo/tach. The black is chipping.
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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #3 on: September 01, 2010, 08:21:51 am »
Those look really nice! I like it :)
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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #4 on: September 01, 2010, 09:34:57 am »
hate to say it Jeff, but I like this version MUCH better.

Offline 75chevybakers

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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #5 on: September 02, 2010, 10:07:21 pm »
bad ass

Offline heavychevy91

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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #6 on: September 03, 2010, 10:29:56 am »
looks awesome good work

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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #7 on: September 03, 2010, 10:44:46 am »
That looks reallly slick.
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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #8 on: September 03, 2010, 07:03:27 pm »
I like the looks of this a lot.  Wanna do mine?  Lol....Super clean look.
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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #9 on: September 04, 2010, 02:34:37 am »
Nicest install of aftermarket gauges I've seen.  Did you make your own brackets?
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Offline Heartkill

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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #10 on: September 04, 2010, 06:18:52 pm »
Wow, that looks incredible! A tach and a full set of Autometer's is on the list of things to-do this winter. I was gonna go with a Covan's panel but after seeing your work, this is impressive and a lot less money. My fab skills are weak though.

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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #11 on: September 04, 2010, 07:03:00 pm »
it most definately does look great I love it.
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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #12 on: September 04, 2010, 09:07:25 pm »
Thanks for all the kind words guys.

Yes, I did design and make the brackets...and will likely have more made as there has been a lot of interest.

The install did take some time, but overall, it was pretty easy and can be done with your typical garage tools.
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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #13 on: September 04, 2010, 10:19:18 pm »
I see the wires for the turn signals gonna tie them into the circuit on back of the factory setup or what?

I'd love to do it and mount aftermarket gauages in there just don't want to loose the signal lights in dash.
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Re: Got my recessed gauges installed...finally
« Reply #14 on: September 04, 2010, 11:48:21 pm »
Verrrrry nice!
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