Gauge cluster refurbishing

[Soylent]

How difficult is it to remove the cluster without removing the dash? I need to get mine refinished.

 

[DirtDonk]

It’s not that hard. Well, it’s awkward…
It physically fits between all the junk and the dash lower lip, but you have to be careful to disconnect everything, and to be sure not to scratch the front of the bezel on the back of the dash as your lowering it.
The hardest part is getting under there and visually confirming that you’re disconnecting everything.
And in reality, you only really have to disconnect the speedometer cable to start the process. Then you can get it low enough to disconnect the wires.
Some of the wires are long enough to let the whole unit hang down below the dash. You just have to make sure that if any are too short, you disconnect them.

I suppose, putting a little tape on the back of the dash, or better yet, on the front edge of the bezel, before you lower it out of position, would protect the delicate paint.
It’s been awhile since I’ve done it, so can’t remember every detail. But I’ve never had to remove the dash.

 

[Oldtimer]

Might help to pull fresh air box so you can get access thru the cowl.
I pulled my cluster decades ago without pulling air box, but the old guy can't get under the dash like the teenager could.

 

[Soylent]

My airbox is cracked all around the top so needs replacing anyway.

 

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For our Bronco friends outside the USA here is an example of a very rare Kilometer per hour unit.

 

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[t120r]

For our Bronco friends outside the USA here is an example of a very rare Kilometer per hour unit.

Do you sell the Km/H models???

 

[fallingdown]

Do you sell the Km/H models???

Yes. However Kilometer units are rather hard to come by. If you’re interested, give me a call and let’s discuss your options. 801-673-2933

Kevin

 

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[tasker]

so happy with mine! Thanks again Kevin! You da man!

 

[BronCowie]

Kevin worked on mine 12 years ago... have been very happy with it ever since.

 

[chrlsful]

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shows swap-in of modern alternator. Use a " 3G “ in your rig ?

 

[fallingdown]

so happy with mine! Thanks again Kevin! You da man!
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Im really happy with the results, it’s going to look beautiful in the dash. Please post a picture for us once you get it installed.

Kevin

 

[fallingdown]

Kevin worked on mine 12 years ago... have been very happy with it ever since.

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Looks fantastic! The luminescent overlays are a huge improvement when it comes to visibility in the dark. These overlays can be a real game changer for those who struggle to read their gauges at night.

Kevin

 

[tasker]

THE other one you did for me!

 

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THE other one you did for me!
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Looks terrific! The chrome steering column is beautiful.