ekpdds

Thanks Bill for the quick reply. Was just trying to avoid removing dash as I just did this 6 mo. ago. I also have the lights so dim on the HVAC readout so will try to get 2 birds this time. Thanks again, Tom

MrGary2011

Guys,
This is a great write up and thread! I am updating my 98 vert with a HUD. I decided to get a already made dashboard, custom painted torch red cluster and all the parts to convert so this is going to be fun!
I did see something strange about when converting a 98 to a 99 or greater cluster that a indicator on the cluster had to be moved "If you use a late 99-04 cluster you will also have to move the airbag warning light located next to the fuel gauge to the location on the Tach or else the light will remain lit al the time".
Anybody have this issue? Don't understand this, the cluster is completely swapped out, the internal wiring is different? Doesnt make any sense.
Just how is it moved if this is the case!

matthewlfd

You just unscrew the bulb and move it over to the new location and screw it back in. I did the swap on my '98 and had no issues when I swapped the bulb over.

Edmond

I'm using this to take my dash off but I'm having trouble with the side screws on the dash.

How do I access those screws? I have everything else off and can't get to those side screws.

MrGary2011

Lightly pull away the pillars on each side, they clip in. You will then have access to the screws.

Edmond

Gary,

Thank you, I will try that tomorrow.

AmethystVette

So I am curious. How many of you that did this on a '98 had the correct plug on the cluster? Did most '98s have it?

MrGary2011

I just finished doing mine and no the old cluster did not have the plug. Nor were the HUD holes drilled for mounting. Interesting though was the fact the where the hud mounts in the rear where most people have to frill another hole, mine had a factory like notch already there so I did not have the drill the rear hole.
The HUD is awsome and well worth the work.

Brackneyc

I just buttoned mine (1998) up and I am so happy. I did have one issue...I forgot to move the airbag light, and yup, it is on. What are my options here guys. Taking it apart is pretty easy (srs), but if I can avoid that, I'd like to.

One thing I want to add to the install. Do yourself a favor and take the emergency flasher loose from where it connects down inside the dash area, and not from the switch. Much easier this way.

Otherwise, I did the install exactly as written.

It took me 55 minutes to get it all apart. I then took a break, went and graduated (Got my second masters today), then came home and finished it up.

Anyone have a suggestion on the airbag light. I can live with it on if nothing else. I have next weekend if I need it. Wife is out of town, so what else do I have to do anyway, except drive it.

Driwash

I did the HUD today. Bought the kit as a x-mas gift. The wife loves it. Took about 3.5 hrs. Followed the OP's instructions and some that others added. Tested it during the day and then tried it at night. Wow, this is a must have mod.

Tom

Abnmarine

I just installed mine. This post made the install easy. Thanks.

hornet7

Agreed, this write up has been out for some time now.

All_Motor_C5LS6

excellent post!!!!!!!

crazystevex

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SPEED750

I just did this mod 2 weeks ago with the help of the great write up ! I have a 97 and installed a 2002 ZO6 cluster. I LOVE THIS MOD !!! I did have to remove the airbag light (it stayed lit )and could not find another spot for it. One post said it had to be moved to the tach. No spot for it there, so it's just gone.

Everything works great but I do have one problem. The DIC no longer displays engine codes. I can reset abs warnings or tire monitor codes but I can no longer pull up every code and reset pcm. I hold down options then press fuel 4 times and i get nothing. My buddy has his own shop with scanner tools but I haven't got a chance to check it out yet.

anybody have this issue?

outlawsix

Just did mine. This thread was amazing at helping! Thank you again for making it!

hoodie2011

I'm getting ready to do this install and was testing fitting the well nuts and allen bolts into the projector brackets when I ran into a problem. The well nuts do not fit into the holes in the projector's brackets. I got the #10 size recommended. So do the well nuts (rubber expansion nuts) go through the holes on the projector brackets? Or do the well nuts rest underneath like a bushing and the allen bolts go through a washer and into the well nut on the other side? I didn't read anything about a washer. I'm sure a washer would work but I don't want to have clearance issues when I put the dashpad back on. Anybody have any insight on this? Thanks

Pirateslife4me

So the Projector is the most expensive part I see. What are y'all paying for these? I found a used one for $515 what do you think?

Pirateslife4me

Found a Kit for used equipment for this swap on line but states they have no idea what the milage is on the new Cluster my car only has 63,000 miles on it and the last thing I want is it showing 100,000+ is there a way of reseting this? or is the milage stored on the PCM and then it programs the new cluster when installed?

hoodie2011

Yeah I just bought a used kit for my '98 . From what I understand there's two ways to do it. The dealer can reprogram your dash, or you can swap what amounts to the memory card in the gauge cluster (which is handy if you have to get a new cluster for the older model years). I plan on doing it by swapping the cards following this procedure: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...post1570380674