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: dash mounted clock question... 64/65 SS


64chevy
Nov 4th, 06, 11:03 AM
I like the dash mounted clock that was optional with SS cars that have the dash tach. Does anyone have any pics of the actual gauge pod/clock? I have some, but nothing close up. I found what I think is a similar gauge pod, and would like to install, but want it to look as close to factory as possible. The originals are a bear to locate, and very expensive, so I am going to improvise. Help!

Rich-L79
Nov 4th, 06, 11:34 PM
Here's a few photos of a '65 version, but the '64 version looks quite a bit different.

http://heartland.chevelles.net/RCstorage/clockfront1.jpg

http://heartland.chevelles.net/RCstorage/clockside.jpg

64chevy
Nov 9th, 06, 12:15 PM
Thanks Rich! Do you recall what the major differences are between the two years? I have heard that the 64 has a wrinkle paint finish, is this accurate?

Rich-L79
Nov 9th, 06, 1:10 PM
I don't recall the '64 having a wrinkle paint finish, I think it is simply a satin black. The '64 clock has a flat face bezel unlike the scalloped '65 version. The face on the '64 is larger and nearly flush with the bezel instead of being recessed into the case.

1966_L78
Nov 9th, 06, 1:43 PM
I don't recall the '64 having a wrinkle paint finish, I think it is simply a satin black. The '64 clock has a flat face bezel unlike the scalloped '65 version. The face on the '64 is larger and nearly flush with the bezel instead of being recessed into the case.

Any ideas if anyone is planning a reproduction of these?

I'd like to find one for my '66...