How can I get a temp. gauge? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

KD4UPL · 01-13-2013, 08:18 PM

My truck's dash is sorely lacking in instrumentation. I have a speedometer, fuel gauge, an idiot light marked generator and an idiot light marked oil pressure. What I would like is at least a temp. gauge, maybe even oil pressure and volts. The fuel gauge is quite large and looks like could have extra marks in it. Did some of the nicer trucks have a combination type gauge instead of just a large fuel gauge? If I can get a factory temp gauge what am I looking for? I know the engine already has a temp. sensor on it but it isn't wired to anything.

**leddzepp** · 01-13-2013, 08:22 PM

You can probably find a nice full gauge cluster for sale on the parts board here.

Andy4639 · 01-13-2013, 08:43 PM

You could get the full cluster off the boad more than likely but you will need to change the wiring harness to make it all work. The connector on the back of the dash has to be redone because some of the wires are in differant spots in the connector.
Here is a link for you.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=18867

If you want aftermarket's you could use the little three guage cluster sold at most part stores. They come with everything you need. Cut the dash and mount them in the bottom are use the mount they come with.

ls1nova71 · 01-13-2013, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by KD4UPL

I know the engine already has a temp. sensor on it but it isn't wired to anything.

That temp sensor goes to a light marked "temp" in the lower corner ogf the gas gauge.

Lattimer · 01-14-2013, 12:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy4639

You could get the full cluster off the boad more than likely but you will need to change the wiring harness to make it all work. The connector on the back of the dash has to be redone because some of the wires are in differant spots in the connector.
Here is a link for you.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=18867

If you want aftermarket's you could use the little three guage cluster sold at most part stores. They come with everything you need. Cut the dash and mount them in the bottom are use the mount they come with.

I have the 3 gauge cluster mounted under the climate controls. Mine are SunPro, they were already in the truck when I got it. The outer holes match the screws that hold the controls in the dash.

01-13-2013, 08:18 PM	#1
KD4UPL Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Swoope, VA Posts: 17	How can I get a temp. gauge? My truck's dash is sorely lacking in instrumentation. I have a speedometer, fuel gauge, an idiot light marked generator and an idiot light marked oil pressure. What I would like is at least a temp. gauge, maybe even oil pressure and volts. The fuel gauge is quite large and looks like could have extra marks in it. Did some of the nicer trucks have a combination type gauge instead of just a large fuel gauge? If I can get a factory temp gauge what am I looking for? I know the engine already has a temp. sensor on it but it isn't wired to anything. __________________ 1987 S-10 Blazzer Sold, 1986 GMC Jimmy Sold, 2002 Chevy 2500 HD 2wd, 6.0, auto. Sold, 2007 Chevy 3500 SRW 4wd D/A Sold, 2005 Chevy 3500 4wd CC, D/A, dually, 2001 Chevy 3500 4wd EC, 8.1/A dually, 1969 Chevy C10 short bed, 307 V8

01-13-2013, 08:22 PM	#2
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 19,991	Re: How can I get a temp. gauge? You can probably find a nice full gauge cluster for sale on the parts board here. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man

01-13-2013, 08:43 PM	#3
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: How can I get a temp. gauge? You could get the full cluster off the boad more than likely but you will need to change the wiring harness to make it all work. The connector on the back of the dash has to be redone because some of the wires are in differant spots in the connector. Here is a link for you. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=18867 If you want aftermarket's you could use the little three guage cluster sold at most part stores. They come with everything you need. Cut the dash and mount them in the bottom are use the mount they come with. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.



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