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[Request] 78-82 Center Gauge Cluster

Old 12-12-2001, 02:29 PM
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Default [Request] 78-82 Center Gauge Cluster

Would someone please post pics of their center gauge clusters? I especially would like to see those repainted/repaired or new with a good close-up view. Thanks, in advance!!! :)
Old 12-12-2001, 02:49 PM
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Default Re: [Request] 78-82 Center Gauge Cluster (80_Shark)

Sorry, no digital camera. What are you looking for? With the exception of the '82 CEs, the clusters are the same. Black plastic with chrome edges (CEs are dark brown.). The bolt heads are non-functional. There are two bezels: one with the clock and one with the oil temp gauge. You got the oil temp gauge if you ordered the optional stereo which has a clock built in it.
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Default Re: [Request] 78-82 Center Gauge Cluster (Easy Mike)

this is an old shot and nto very close..

Old 12-12-2001, 03:15 PM
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Default Re: [Request] 78-82 Center Gauge Cluster (Easy Mike)

Sorry, no digital camera. What are you looking for? With the exception of the '82 CEs, the clusters are the same. Black plastic with chrome edges (CEs are dark brown.). The bolt heads are non-functional. There are two bezels: one with the clock and one with the oil temp gauge. You got the oil temp gauge if you ordered the optional stereo which has a clock built in it.
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Thanks to you and ylose for responding. Actually, I am trying to figure out if what I painted was too dull not flat balck enough. I really think I screwed up my 80 cluster. I used Rust-o-leum no-gloss, but I am thinking my prep cleaning was not good enough. The cluster and center console came out extremely muddy looking. Just curious, that's all.
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Default Re: [Request] 78-82 Center Gauge Cluster (80_Shark)

My personal choice for almost all Corvette trim is Krylon semi-flat black. Straight out of the can and off the shelf at Wal-Mart. It's good quality paint, it's easy to use, and it's cheap. It's a near perfect match.
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