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Old Mar 10, 2002 | 05:08 AM
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I just bought an 86 with an instrument cluster problem. the cluster lights up. But everything indicates a maximum value. I cannot be doing max rpm and max mph while I am sitting still in the parking lot. Is this a simple fix, or do I need a new cluster assembly? I was hoping that it is a simple power source problem. :confused:
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Old Mar 10, 2002 | 06:19 AM
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Does the oil press. etc. also show max values? If so, then it's definitely an open-check the plug; the wires can loosen in the connector.
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Old Mar 10, 2002 | 06:21 AM
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Yup. everything is going sky high. I will recheck the wiring and the connector. thanks! :cool:
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Old Mar 11, 2002 | 02:52 PM
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a few of my backlite bulbs quit working but gauges are fine. Dealer wants $110 to just replace those bulbs. I just ordered a complete rebuilt unit from Corvette Cluster Service in Indiana for $200 exchange. They say its a 20 minute job to change it. Instructions included. Mine is also an 86.
http://www.corvettedashclusterservic...oprocess1.html
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Old Mar 11, 2002 | 02:56 PM
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Takes about 15 minutes and $4.00 of bulbs to replace, if you want to do it yourself!

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Old Mar 11, 2002 | 06:51 PM
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a few of my backlite bulbs quit working but gauges are fine. Dealer wants $110 to just replace those bulbs. I just ordered a complete rebuilt unit from Corvette Cluster Service in Indiana for $200 exchange.
AT most, it will cost you $40, the sylvania 882s are kinda expensive. The dealer is smoking crack to charge that much.
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