Stock Gauge Replacement
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From: Lakeland FL
Stock Gauge Replacement
I have a '75 coupe that is completely stock inside and out.
Can anyone tell me the diameter of the stock gauges speedo, tach, etc.?
I like the look of the Autometer line of gauges, but can someone speak to any specific experience (good and otherwise) that you've had with a gauge upgrade?
I want to match them all and am in the final prep stages of removing the interior to prep for a color change, seat upgrade, new carpet, and Lizardskin.
Thanks....to one and all.
Can anyone tell me the diameter of the stock gauges speedo, tach, etc.?
I like the look of the Autometer line of gauges, but can someone speak to any specific experience (good and otherwise) that you've had with a gauge upgrade?
I want to match them all and am in the final prep stages of removing the interior to prep for a color change, seat upgrade, new carpet, and Lizardskin.
Thanks....to one and all.
Burning Brakes
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From: Canastota Ny
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Joined: Oct 2008
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From: Milton Florida
I went with the Autometer ES gauges, ordered them from Summitt. The 2-1/16" are a perfect fit. I've got them installed in the new center bezel, just don't have them in the car yet.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/pict...ictureid=86446
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/pict...ictureid=86448
Had to "modify" the back from the original gauges-I cut out each side to hold the bulbs for the warning lights.
I found a bunch of info from others when I did a Forum search as suggested earlier. Good Luck!
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/pict...ictureid=86446
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/pict...ictureid=86448
Had to "modify" the back from the original gauges-I cut out each side to hold the bulbs for the warning lights.
I found a bunch of info from others when I did a Forum search as suggested earlier. Good Luck!
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Joined: Oct 2008
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From: Milton Florida
Thanks! I'm playing with keeping the stock gauges and installing red bulbs to try and match the ES red look at night. I didnt want to spend the money on a new speedo and tach if I could avoid it. Autometer doesnt make a speedo and tach that will fit in the ES line. I'm hoping mine are ok; the car wasnt driveable when I bought it, and I've done the body-off resto thing. Keeping my fingers crossed! 
