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**TBONE1964** · 05-22-2016, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by jsprengeler

Tom,
What would it cost just to have the chrome part refinished on my green gauge cluster? Thanks! John

Hi John,

I honestly would not have any idea on re chroming your bezel. It is probably pretty pricey and you will still have to have the green resprayed. You may want to find a local chrome shop that works with plastic and see if they could give you a quote.

Another option if you are OK with it is aftermarket bezel which comes chrome with black and have the black painted green. This is not as easy as it sounds. The tape work has to be perfect the first time or throw it out and start over. The last time I did this it was $200.00 with time and materials.

If you want me to get those estimates for you, I can, just let me know.

That is a nice looking cluster as is.

Hope this helps,
Tom

jsprengeler · 05-23-2016, 10:18 AM

Thanks for your quick response, Tom. I'll certainly look into your suggestion. John

**TBONE1964** · 05-23-2016, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by brutus72

I am open to aftermarket, if you think they are good quality reproductions. Could you send a pic?

Here are some photos of the new aftermarket tach I use. They are not a 100% exact to OE reproduction but they are close and look nice in the cluster. I have done a lot of clusters with these tachs with no issues. This tach would cost about $100.00 to replace if it ever did go bad.

Let me know what you think.

Take care,
Tom

brutus72 · 06-27-2016, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by TBONE1964

Here are some photos of the new aftermarket tach I use. They are not a 100% exact to OE reproduction but they are close and look nice in the cluster. I have done a lot of clusters with these tachs with no issues. This tach would cost about $100.00 to replace if it ever did go bad.

Let me know what you think.

Take care,
Tom

Tom,
I have a couple of clusters that are pretty rough, would like to get a complete rebuilt cluster back using the best of what I have, likely will need new bezel, would like to add 5k or 8k Tach, vacuum gauge if you have one. I am good with aftermarket. Will send PM

**Grumpy old man** · 06-27-2016, 06:06 PM

Looking for a 6 cylinder tach , any available ?

**TBONE1964** · 06-27-2016, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Grumpy old man

Looking for a 6 cylinder tach , any available ?

Sorry, fresh out. I just found one for a customer and it was NOS for a 6 cyl and he paid around $275.00 for it. They are getting real hard to get now.

Take care,
Tom

**1968k20** · 06-27-2016, 07:50 PM

Still looking for a vacuum gauge. Do you have one yet?

**TBONE1964** · 06-27-2016, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brutus72

Tom,
I have a couple of clusters that are pretty rough, would like to get a complete rebuilt cluster back using the best of what I have, likely will need new bezel, would like to add 5k or 8k Tach, vacuum gauge if you have one. I am good with aftermarket. Will send PM

PM received. I will get with you soon.

Thank you,
Tom

**TBONE1964** · 06-27-2016, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 1968k20

Still looking for a vacuum gauge. Do you have one yet?

Nothing OE. If one comes up, I will let you know. OE vac gauges are getting hard to find in good working condition and almost always need a restoration on the face which can be done.

Let me know if you find one that needs face restoration and I can get that done. Otherwise, there is the aftermarket ones.

Thank you,
Tom

**1968k20** · 06-27-2016, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by TBONE1964

Nothing OE. If one comes up, I will let you know. OE vac gauges are getting hard to find in good working condition and almost always need a restoration on the face which can be done.

Let me know if you find one that needs face restoration and I can get that done. Otherwise, there is the aftermarket ones.

Thank you,
Tom

Thank you!

robs71k5 · 07-12-2016, 12:51 AM

Have a problem with my speedometer . I replaced the cable when it broke and replaced it with a new one but then the speedo started making noise and the speedo was jumping so I purchased another new cable and installed, the noise has been reduced but it hasn't gone away so now I'm thinking it might be the speedo itself . I had the speedo set to zero when My truck was completed . It now has 9000 miles on it . The miles are still adding up but the noise is driving me crazy. What would happen if I gave it a shot of WD. Or another solution might feel to purchase anothe speedometer if you can match the miles . Suggestions thanks Rob

**TBONE1964** · 07-12-2016, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by robs71k5

Have a problem with my speedometer . I replaced the cable when it broke and replaced it with a new one but then the speedo started making noise and the speedo was jumping so I purchased another new cable and installed, the noise has been reduced but it hasn't gone away so now I'm thinking it might be the speedo itself . I had the speedo set to zero when My truck was completed . It now has 9000 miles on it . The miles are still adding up but the noise is driving me crazy. What would happen if I gave it a shot of WD. Or another solution might feel to purchase anothe speedometer if you can match the miles . Suggestions thanks Rob

Hi Rob,

I prefer dry or wet graphite on the speedometer cable and on the back of the speedo where the cable hooks up. It will stay in place much better than WD. WD will/should provide a temporary fix for the noise but graphite is much better as a lubricant.

If you wanted to send me your speedometer, I could hook it up to my calibration machine and check it out. Most likely the frame bushings are wore. This will cause noise as well as needle bounce.

If you want a replacement speedometer, I can put a nice one together for you. I can set mileage to whatever you like. It will be calibrated, quite and no needle bounce.

You can send me a PM if preferred to discuss details.

Thank you,
Tom

joeminnesota · 07-20-2016, 05:54 PM

I just received the Instrument Cluster TBONE1964 reconditioned for me! All i have to say is WOW WOW WOW! it looks fantastic! I cannot wait to install it!
Thanks so much!

**TBONE1964** · 07-20-2016, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joeminnesota

I just received the Instrument Cluster TBONE1964 reconditioned for me! All i have to say is WOW WOW WOW! it looks fantastic! I cannot wait to install it!
Thanks so much!

Hi Joe,

I really appreciate the complement. Please post a photo up when you can with the cluster installed. I would love to see the truck it is going into.

Thank you again for the business and your patients. It was my pleasure to build you a nice cluster.

Take care,
Tom

**Elliot949** · 07-20-2016, 09:43 PM

Hey Tom... Here it is ... It finally made it to the truck... I decided not to use my original 67 Restored Bezel but went with the Chrome Aftermarket Bezel... we are getting closer to getting it all hooked up...

**TBONE1964** · 07-20-2016, 09:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elliot949

Hey Tom... Here it is ... It finally made it to the truck... I decided not to use my original 67 Restored Bezel but went with the Chrome Aftermarket Bezel... we are getting closer to getting it all hooked up...

Very nice Dan. I really love that steering wheel

Take care and thank you for posting up the photo. Looks real nice.

Tom

c104life · 09-22-2016, 09:35 AM

Hey Mr. Tom if you don't mind, what do you use or how do you clean the circuit board ?

**TBONE1964** · 09-22-2016, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by c104life

Hey Mr. Tom if you don't mind, what do you use or how do you clean the circuit board ?

Brasso and a microfiber towel. be careful not to lift the brass tabs where the light sockets are.

Good luck,
Tom

**TBONE1964** · 02-25-2017, 10:31 PM

Hello all,

Just wanted to make an announcement that I will begin doing cluster restorations again.

A few things have changed though. I do not stock too much inventory now because of space limitations. I will be limiting the amount of work I do at one time.

If you are interested in having work done, let me know and I can give you specific details on work and pricing.

Thank you to all that are interested in having cluster work done or have had work done in the past.

Take care,
Tom

Black71Shorty · 02-25-2017, 10:41 PM

Tom, it's great to hear you will be doing this again! You do very nice work!

Coby

CheyenneSuper72 · 02-25-2017, 10:42 PM

Hey Tom, could you pm me a price for a replacement tach, lense, and circuit board? Thank you.

**TBONE1964** · 02-25-2017, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Black71Shorty

Tom, it's great to hear you will be doing this again! You do very nice work!

Coby

Thank you sir

**TBONE1964** · 02-25-2017, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CheyenneSuper72

Hey Tom, could you pm me a price for a replacement tach, lense, and circuit board? Thank you.

PM on the way

**Jcfcamaro** · 02-25-2017, 11:28 PM

I'm interested in having mine restored. 72 dash with vacuum and tach.

**TBONE1964** · 02-26-2017, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Jcfcamaro

I'm interested in having mine restored. 72 dash with vacuum and tach.

You can send me a PM. let me know if the gauges and tach as well as the speedometer work or if you do not know what condition the gauges are in.

I appreciate the interest and look forward to doing a restoration for you.

Take care,
Tom

05-23-2016, 10:18 AM	#227
jsprengeler Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 119	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Thanks for your quick response, Tom. I'll certainly look into your suggestion. John __________________ Incapable of not thinking about my truck at least every other minute

06-27-2016, 06:06 PM	#230
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Looking for a 6 cylinder tach , any available ? __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

06-27-2016, 07:50 PM	#232
1968k20 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chester,California Posts: 5,618	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Still looking for a vacuum gauge. Do you have one yet? __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K10 SWB Project 350/4spd/np205 1977 Chevrolet K20 LWB 350/350/203 1991 4Runner 22RE 5 SPD Yanmar Tractor 3 Cyl Diesel

07-12-2016, 12:51 AM	#236
robs71k5 K5drive Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: burnaby BC Canada Posts: 809	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Have a problem with my speedometer . I replaced the cable when it broke and replaced it with a new one but then the speedo started making noise and the speedo was jumping so I purchased another new cable and installed, the noise has been reduced but it hasn't gone away so now I'm thinking it might be the speedo itself . I had the speedo set to zero when My truck was completed . It now has 9000 miles on it . The miles are still adding up but the noise is driving me crazy. What would happen if I gave it a shot of WD. Or another solution might feel to purchase anothe speedometer if you can match the miles . Suggestions thanks Rob

07-20-2016, 05:54 PM	#238
joeminnesota Registered User Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Farmington MN Posts: 66	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S I just received the Instrument Cluster TBONE1964 reconditioned for me! All i have to say is WOW WOW WOW! it looks fantastic! I cannot wait to install it! Thanks so much! __________________ 69 C10 250 6 Cyl 4 Speed Long bed Fleetside

07-20-2016, 09:43 PM	#240
Elliot949 Dan Johnston Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Winfield, Ks. Posts: 4,162	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Hey Tom... Here it is ... It finally made it to the truck... I decided not to use my original 67 Restored Bezel but went with the Chrome Aftermarket Bezel... we are getting closer to getting it all hooked up... Attached Images __________________ Dan Johnston... Owner of My Dad's- '67 Chevy C-20 Custom Camper Short Fleetside Pickup PAPA J And our newest addition a- '71 Chevy CST/10 Short Fleetside Pickup Haulin' SOLD Papa J's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=612847 Haulin's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=671130SOLD B Bears Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=744210

09-22-2016, 09:35 AM	#242
c104life Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: new orleans, louisianna Posts: 73	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Hey Mr. Tom if you don't mind, what do you use or how do you clean the circuit board ?

02-25-2017, 10:31 PM	#244
TBONE1964 Cluster King Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Junction City, OR Posts: 5,263	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Hello all, Just wanted to make an announcement that I will begin doing cluster restorations again. A few things have changed though. I do not stock too much inventory now because of space limitations. I will be limiting the amount of work I do at one time. If you are interested in having work done, let me know and I can give you specific details on work and pricing. Thank you to all that are interested in having cluster work done or have had work done in the past. Take care, Tom

02-25-2017, 10:41 PM	#245
Black71Shorty Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Ft. Worth, Texas...”Where the West begins” Posts: 424	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Tom, it's great to hear you will be doing this again! You do very nice work! Coby

02-25-2017, 10:42 PM	#246
CheyenneSuper72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 682	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S Hey Tom, could you pm me a price for a replacement tach, lense, and circuit board? Thank you.

02-25-2017, 11:28 PM	#249
Jcfcamaro Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Fairfax, Missouri Posts: 1,051	Re: Reconditioned gauge Clusters F/S I'm interested in having mine restored. 72 dash with vacuum and tach.



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