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Old Mar 10, 2005 | 07:29 PM
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I am looking at several Vettes right now, and I really like the HUD. But, some that are a good price do not have the option. Does anyone know what it would cost to add HUD?
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Old Mar 10, 2005 | 07:42 PM
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This should give you the info' and the source to solve your questions about adding the HUD.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=993258
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Old Mar 10, 2005 | 08:32 PM
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Josh installed HUD on my '98 a few weeks ago and I love it. I wanted it when I was looking for a C5 but it wasn't a deal breaker.

The fact I was able to add it so inexpensively later was fantastic.

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Old Mar 10, 2005 | 09:46 PM
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Josh ( Pacethis ) also installed mine, and did a fantastic job! He's got all the parts you would need for a complete HUD install.
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Old Mar 10, 2005 | 10:15 PM
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Thanks guys, guess I should have done a little better search before asking.
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Depending on your parts sources and abililities, you can put one in yourself for about $475 to $600 range. I did mine a few months ago. It's a bit tedious but not that difficult. At least I didn't think so. Assuming your IPC is "HUD ready", you will need a projector, 11pin cable (not available as a seperate item from Chev), dash bezel and switch assembly. You may be able to get the 11 pin cable from Josh or others. Without it you can't complete the install. HTH
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Originally Posted by VetteObsessed
Thanks guys, guess I should have done a little better search before asking.



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Old Mar 11, 2005 | 12:42 AM
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Gathering all that I need to do mine as well. Got the projector, bezel, switch assy from Fred Beans for under $300 shipped. Hooking up with PaceThis for the 11 pin harness. Will do install in a few weeks time.
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Its really not that expensive to add the HUD - just have to find a good source for the parts. Fichtner Chevy or Fred Beans Pontiac are good sources, as is the Karshop.
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I installed HUD in mine. Took 5 hrs and 600.00 dollars. Great upgrade!
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Other than adding Horsepower, It`s the coolest Upgrade you can get!!
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If you add HUD to a vette, with it work on the original windshield?
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Originally Posted by 01NEWB
If you add HUD to a vette, with it work on the original windshield?
Absolutely. No problems here. Parts cost $300 (Fred Beans) + connector from Josh (~$40). Stock windshield works just fine. You can see the HUD even in bright sunlight. Installation took about 2.5 hours for me, but I am slow.
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