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**CarlsLQ9SS** · 11-12-2023, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

I've got four left over. I'd be happy to sell you one.

Id be interested in one. Can you offer this in a stensil to paint it on the lens?

**pjmoreland** · 11-12-2023, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by CarlsLQ9SS

Id be interested in one. Can you offer this in a stensil to paint it on the lens?

There are some photos earlier in this thread where I attempted to make and use a stencil. It didn't turn out too well.

**pjmoreland** · 11-15-2023, 01:14 AM

I'm feeling really good about how this sage green vinyl matches the original color. I made a new tach sticker out of it, along with a VACUUM sticker. This is the first time I've applied a VACUUM sticker. I had to make the letters skinnier than I had them so that they'd match the other text.

**pjmoreland** · 11-15-2023, 03:46 AM

I made some extra decals and posted them for sale.

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=848683

**Richard** · 11-15-2023, 04:57 AM

Thanks for this. Looking forward to see how the 8k decal works out for my air pressure lense.

**70STOVEBOLT** · 11-15-2023, 08:19 AM

Nice job, looks factory.

**pjmoreland** · 11-16-2023, 11:46 PM

Here are a couple of KPH decals I just finished making for Canuckvetter. Let me know if anyone else us interested in one.

Extended Power · 11-17-2023, 01:32 AM

Jeez.....that would be a nice addition. (The KM/H)

**pjmoreland** · 11-17-2023, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Extended Power

Jeez.....that would be a nice addition. (The KM/H)

I did print one extra...

**Canuckvetter** · 11-17-2023, 07:15 AM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

Here are a couple of KPH decals I just finished making for Canuckvetter. Let me know if anyone else us interested in one.

Those look great. Thanks again!

Extended Power · 11-17-2023, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

I did print one extra...

PM'd you.

**pjmoreland** · 12-04-2023, 07:36 PM

I just got a message from the print shop that they are direct-printing 8k tach and vacuum text on a lens for me right now. The technician spent a bunch of time color-matching the factory text color. I'm looking forward to seeing how it turns out. Here's the proof they sent me (before color matching).

**pjmoreland** · 12-04-2023, 09:00 PM

I got the first sample lens back from the print shop. It's a lens that has cracks in it. I am impressed by the print quality. They did a nice job of color matching. One thing I wasn't expecting is that they printed a layer of white on the back of the text. I was told that this is a way to make the color not look washed out, and it helps with back-lighting. I will assemble it into a cluster later tonight so I can see how the back-lighting looks.

**pjmoreland** · 12-04-2023, 11:35 PM

The direct-printed 8k tach text lights up well.

**1970cstblazer** · 12-05-2023, 09:05 AM

Well done. A work of art!

chewychevy67 · 12-05-2023, 11:45 AM

That is sharp

**pjmoreland** · 12-07-2023, 06:16 PM

I posted a couple of the lenses I got direct-printed for sale here:

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...61#post9264661

**pjmoreland** · 12-09-2023, 05:16 AM

I just finished making a custom back tin that lowered the 8k tach by about 3/16". I did this because the tach was centered in the gauge hole when viewing it straight on. You end up looking down at the gauges at an angle though, and this viewing angle caused the upper portion of the gauge to be hidden. The speedometer and fuel gauge are off-center in the downward direction for this same reason, so it makes sense to have the tach mounted the same way. Here are before and after photos.

**Canuckvetter** · 12-09-2023, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

I just finished making a custom back tin that lowered the 8k tach by about 3/16". I did this because the tach was centered in the gauge hole when viewing it straight on. You end up looking down at the gauges at an angle though, and this viewing angle caused the upper portion of the gauge to be hidden. The speedometer and fuel gauge are off-center in the downward direction for this same reason, so it makes sense to have the tach mounted the same way. Here are before and after photos.

That is the other thing that bothered me when I installed the 4K diesel tach with the aftermarket 8K lens. I planned on lowering the tach in the opening and a smidge to the left to Center the tach’s view while sitting in the truck. I’m glad I’m not the only one that noticed this detail.

11-15-2023, 01:14 AM	#53
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,334	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic I'm feeling really good about how this sage green vinyl matches the original color. I made a new tach sticker out of it, along with a VACUUM sticker. This is the first time I've applied a VACUUM sticker. I had to make the letters skinnier than I had them so that they'd match the other text. Attached Images

11-15-2023, 03:46 AM	#54
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,334	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic I made some extra decals and posted them for sale. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=848683

11-15-2023, 04:57 AM	#55
Richard Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Southern California Posts: 2,716	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic Thanks for this. Looking forward to see how the 8k decal works out for my air pressure lense. __________________ Richard 1972 K10 Custom Deluxe SWB Fleetside My build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=800746

11-15-2023, 08:19 AM	#56
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,232	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic Nice job, looks factory. __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Power windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear

11-16-2023, 11:46 PM	#57
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,334	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic Here are a couple of KPH decals I just finished making for Canuckvetter. Let me know if anyone else us interested in one. Attached Images Last edited by pjmoreland; 11-17-2023 at 12:50 AM.

11-17-2023, 01:32 AM	#58
Extended Power Registered User Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Redcliff, Alberta Posts: 199	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic Jeez.....that would be a nice addition. (The KM/H) __________________ "If it ain't broken, fix it 'till it is!"

12-04-2023, 07:36 PM	#62
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,334	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic I just got a message from the print shop that they are direct-printing 8k tach and vacuum text on a lens for me right now. The technician spent a bunch of time color-matching the factory text color. I'm looking forward to seeing how it turns out. Here's the proof they sent me (before color matching). Attached Images

12-04-2023, 09:00 PM	#63
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,334	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic I got the first sample lens back from the print shop. It's a lens that has cracks in it. I am impressed by the print quality. They did a nice job of color matching. One thing I wasn't expecting is that they printed a layer of white on the back of the text. I was told that this is a way to make the color not look washed out, and it helps with back-lighting. I will assemble it into a cluster later tonight so I can see how the back-lighting looks. Attached Images

12-04-2023, 11:35 PM	#64
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,334	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic The direct-printed 8k tach text lights up well. Attached Images

12-05-2023, 09:05 AM	#65
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,339	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic Well done. A work of art! __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

12-05-2023, 11:45 AM	#66
chewychevy67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Here Posts: 5,426	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic That is sharp

12-07-2023, 06:16 PM	#67
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,334	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic I posted a couple of the lenses I got direct-printed for sale here: https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...61#post9264661

12-09-2023, 05:16 AM	#68
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,334	Re: wanted 8000 RPM tach Lens pic I just finished making a custom back tin that lowered the 8k tach by about 3/16". I did this because the tach was centered in the gauge hole when viewing it straight on. You end up looking down at the gauges at an angle though, and this viewing angle caused the upper portion of the gauge to be hidden. The speedometer and fuel gauge are off-center in the downward direction for this same reason, so it makes sense to have the tach mounted the same way. Here are before and after photos. Attached Images



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