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sgtvanmp · 09-09-2010, 01:24 PM

Menace, your truck is going to be admired for years to come. I could not stop checking out all the work you have done. This truck is SWEEEEET!!!

Please keep the pictures coming. You have me wanting to start a thread on my own 76Silverado.

Thanks again.

68 TT · 09-09-2010, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnC

This is how I was going to do mine, and I just noticed when looking for it that Jeff, bigblock73, did his too. Maybe this will help out.

Article on 73-87.com for Recessed Gauge Install

That looks pretty good. I was hoping the small gauges would have a little more room around them so the numbering wasn't so crowded but they still look pretty good as Jeff did them.

Driveway Dreams · 09-09-2010, 11:07 PM

Hey Dennis, I want to see a close up of how those covers look now.

...I mean: Can you please take another, closer up, photograph of the covers for your engine, and post that photograph for my viewing pleasure?

STOCKISH · 09-09-2010, 11:40 PM

Gerald, as long as you had those you mean to tell me you dont remember what they looked like???

Ooops, did I say that out loud?

Driveway Dreams · 09-09-2010, 11:42 PM

Ouch!

Very well done Josh!

Anyone have a set for me to do?

STOCKISH · 09-09-2010, 11:54 PM

As nice as those turned out if I find a set for mine they will get sent straight to your house!

draggin86 · 09-10-2010, 03:19 AM

Dude getting close to almost 90 thousands views! Insane!

v502 · 09-10-2010, 06:10 AM

Recessed gauge don't look bad menace it fits in the classy category. I got racy look it in my truck and the angle is an issue.

You can see how they pointing down.

menace121978 · 09-10-2010, 10:06 AM

thanks for all the comments guys!

i think autometer makes some angled trim rings that may work on the angle issue. might be something to think about. they sure look clean mounted like that though

**Captkaos** · 09-13-2010, 12:11 PM

On the 2-1/8" gauges, they way I have them sitting on an uncut bezel there is no way the face will sit in there without removing the ring. Cutting the tapered opening on the dash will only open it up more which is what the normal route has been to make them work with the larger setup.

If you can get the ring off, they should sit in there flush like you want them though.

menace121978 · 09-14-2010, 10:08 PM

i understand now. thanks Chris for your time and help buddy. 2 of the 4 gauges will be here tomorrow so i'll try it again.

i've been keeping busy on other things too... WIRING!! i love it!!

menace121978 · 09-14-2010, 10:12 PM

i went out to pick in pull to get the delay module for the wipers and i picked up some factory rear speaker mounts with the factory covers in perfect shape. i also got an '86 wiper motor without the pump and installed. i need to take pics of the speaker mounts still. i'm trying to figure out how to get the wiring harness to fit and stay up in the groove of the firewall. i'm not sure what i'm going to do yet. here's a couple pics of what i'm talking about...

STOCKISH · 09-14-2010, 10:38 PM

Looking great man. looks like I'm not the only one who needs some sun!

menace121978 · 09-14-2010, 10:48 PM

i had to post that.i was deep in thought there!!

*Stitch* · 09-14-2010, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

i understand now. thanks Chris for your time and help buddy. 2 of the 4 gauges will be here tomorrow so i'll try it again.

i've been keeping busy on other things too... WIRING!! i love it!!

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menace121978 · 09-14-2010, 11:08 PM

here's a couple of the wiring in the cab almost done...

*Stitch* · 09-14-2010, 11:20 PM

That first pic cracks me up. It's like you're praying to the wiring gods for them to give you some slack. Lmao
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54Caddy · 09-15-2010, 12:45 AM

dang i want a wiper set up like that go out and look for anther one, man i miss the pick n pulls up there nothing like the ones here in town.

c10sport · 09-15-2010, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

i've been keeping busy on other things too... WIRING!! i love it!!

Wait until you see my build...I'm going to be running more wire than ATT!

Sweet truck though!!!

"54caddy" - I've seen some NOS delay wiper switches on ebay.

JohnC · 09-15-2010, 08:57 AM

Looking good!

79gmc5.3 · 09-15-2010, 06:54 PM

Looking sweet Dennis! If that were me I would be yelling for help to get me out from under there

Keep up the good work.

trenz68 · 09-15-2010, 07:01 PM

Awsome build

menace121978 · 09-15-2010, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 54Caddy

dang i want a wiper set up like that go out and look for anther one, man i miss the pick n pulls up there nothing like the ones here in town.

i'll snag you one. i might have another module laying around too

Quote:

Originally Posted by c10sport

Wait until you see my build...I'm going to be running more wire than ATT!

Sweet truck though!!!

"54caddy" - I've seen some NOS delay wiper switches on ebay.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 79gmc5.3

Looking sweet Dennis! If that were me I would be yelling for help to get me out from under there

Keep up the good work.

Quote:

Originally Posted by trenz68

Awsome build

thanks guys for the comments

it keeps me moving forward! with that said here's a few more pics

1st is of the factory speaker brackets. going to get them painted body color. the next is of the 2 1/16" gauge i was test fitting. its going to look perfect!!!! the face size of the gauge fits perfect with the factory bezel uncut

i'm really happy so far!! still need to order the tach and speedo though. probably do that tomorrow.

menace121978 · 09-15-2010, 09:48 PM

2 more... its hard for me to tell which look the clearest so i just post everything.

3r!c84 · 09-15-2010, 09:49 PM

much better size

09-09-2010, 01:24 PM	#1801
sgtvanmp Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 34	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Menace, your truck is going to be admired for years to come. I could not stop checking out all the work you have done. This truck is SWEEEEET!!! Please keep the pictures coming. You have me wanting to start a thread on my own 76Silverado. Thanks again.

09-09-2010, 11:07 PM	#1803
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Hey Dennis, I want to see a close up of how those covers look now. ...I mean: Can you please take another, closer up, photograph of the covers for your engine, and post that photograph for my viewing pleasure? __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

09-09-2010, 11:40 PM	#1804
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Gerald, as long as you had those you mean to tell me you dont remember what they looked like??? Ooops, did I say that out loud? __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

09-09-2010, 11:42 PM	#1805
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Ouch! Very well done Josh! Anyone have a set for me to do? __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here. Last edited by Driveway Dreams; 09-09-2010 at 11:44 PM. Reason: ???

09-09-2010, 11:54 PM	#1806
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) As nice as those turned out if I find a set for mine they will get sent straight to your house! __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

09-10-2010, 03:19 AM	#1807
draggin86 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Folsom, Ca Posts: 573	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Dude getting close to almost 90 thousands views! Insane!

09-10-2010, 06:10 AM	#1808
v502 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 198	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Recessed gauge don't look bad menace it fits in the classy category. I got racy look it in my truck and the angle is an issue. You can see how they pointing down. __________________ C10 Stepside Swap with 6.2 L92 & 6SP Auto 6L90 "Brain Check" Project Last edited by v502; 09-10-2010 at 06:15 AM.

09-10-2010, 10:06 AM	#1809
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) thanks for all the comments guys! i think autometer makes some angled trim rings that may work on the angle issue. might be something to think about. they sure look clean mounted like that though __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-13-2010, 12:11 PM	#1810
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) On the 2-1/8" gauges, they way I have them sitting on an uncut bezel there is no way the face will sit in there without removing the ring. Cutting the tapered opening on the dash will only open it up more which is what the normal route has been to make them work with the larger setup. If you can get the ring off, they should sit in there flush like you want them though. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

09-14-2010, 10:08 PM	#1811
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) i understand now. thanks Chris for your time and help buddy. 2 of the 4 gauges will be here tomorrow so i'll try it again. i've been keeping busy on other things too... WIRING!! i love it!! Attached Images __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-14-2010, 10:12 PM	#1812
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) i went out to pick in pull to get the delay module for the wipers and i picked up some factory rear speaker mounts with the factory covers in perfect shape. i also got an '86 wiper motor without the pump and installed. i need to take pics of the speaker mounts still. i'm trying to figure out how to get the wiring harness to fit and stay up in the groove of the firewall. i'm not sure what i'm going to do yet. here's a couple pics of what i'm talking about... Attached Images __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-14-2010, 10:38 PM	#1813
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Looking great man. looks like I'm not the only one who needs some sun! __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

09-14-2010, 10:48 PM	#1814
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) i had to post that.i was deep in thought there!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-14-2010, 11:08 PM	#1816
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) here's a couple of the wiring in the cab almost done... Attached Images __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-14-2010, 11:20 PM	#1817
Stitch Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Where I come from, it's cornbread and chicken... Posts: 3,122	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) That first pic cracks me up. It's like you're praying to the wiring gods for them to give you some slack. Lmao Posted via Mobile Device



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09-15-2010, 12:45 AM	#1818
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09-15-2010, 08:57 AM	#1820
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09-15-2010, 06:54 PM	#1821
79gmc5.3 6.0L power......... Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Acworth GA Posts: 292	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Looking sweet Dennis! If that were me I would be yelling for help to get me out from under there Keep up the good work. __________________ What ever the mind of man can conceive......... he can achieve! My built thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=375914 1979 GMC Sierra 6.0 L 4L60E 1995 Mustang GT 347

09-15-2010, 07:01 PM	#1822
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09-15-2010, 09:48 PM	#1824
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) 2 more... its hard for me to tell which look the clearest so i just post everything. Attached Images __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-15-2010, 09:49 PM	#1825
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