[webfoot]

OK, here's the scoop. My engine will be installed within the next few weeks, and I plan on installing a new wiring harness. (70 chevelle.) Here's the problem: I'm pretty set on aftermarket gauges, and I have both the sweep-style dash carrier, and one for gauges. Which style is easier to install aftermarket gauges into? Since the surface of the gauges dash is slightly concave, it would seem like a flush mount would be tricky. But I was thinking there would be a way to fab an aluminum face over this to flush mount, and use holesaws for the gauge holes. Anyone ever done/seen this done? It is also nicer than my sweep-style carrier.

Also, if I get a typical GM wiring harness, would the one for factory gauges be compatible with a set of autometers, or would I still have to do a bunch of splicing? Is there a harness especially for this?

 

[Untamo]

Ya know, they reproduce the factory style in-dash guages for that year...

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-Andrew
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[webfoot]

Yeah, I know...but I think they're a bit pricey, and I also like the modernized look of aftermarket gauges. Plus, then I'd have to get an $80 lens, $80 circuit, find a housing, speedo....and the gauges themselves are $380!!! By the time you convert you may as well have bought an $800 unit that was already restored. Oh well...

 

[mfinger1]

Hi Webfoot;

just my $.02. If your not really into resto, then I think your right on. OEM or NOS can be quite pricey!! ( can you say OUCH!!) Alot of us guys are on a bit of a budget, and love our 'Velles. We do what we can to keep 'em runnin, so be it if it's economical. A concours resto is big bucks, big time.
Webfoot, how about maintaining original dash and having gauge panel under dash below radio?

mfinger1
'70 SS 402
Better to have than to have not!