Trans Am Gauge Bezel with Gauge pods *Finished Pics*
03-28-2012, 02:08 AM
#24
The lap panel is probably the best way. It's like routing wires for any aftermarket ****, gotta be creative. I don't even use this in my T/A since it's a project and in pieces. I don't yet have the gauges I need even. I offer this one for sale just because I know others can put it to good use right away. Thanks for the compliments guys! I'll be working on one for Camaros too so stay tuned!
06-16-2017, 11:33 AM
#34
So I had a bit of a brain storm thinking about how much I don't like the look of pillar pods and came up with this. I used 2" PVC and borrowed an old Trans Temp gauge from a friend for test fitting. After deciding on placement, I cut the bezel and PVC then used JBStick epoxy to keep it in place. It's a VERY strong bond! I used my dremel to grind away the excess epoxy before contouring with a lightweight body filler. I shaped it by hand sanding. It got a coat of Spotting and Glazing putty to fill small imperfections. I sanded over the entire bezel to eliminate the factory texture before getting the coat of sandable primer. That'll get wet sanded and finally coated with a Dupont Semi-gloss black. So here's the pics!
I will be in the market for a single pod in the upper left portion of the gauge bezel, something that allows me to watch both my factory tachometer and the vacuum gauge that will be installed in that pod, without blocking the view of the warning indicators in that same upper left corner of the gauge cluster.
I have seen this desired set-up being offered online, but it's a dual pod version, I really wish to cease use of my second physical oil pressure gauge.
06-21-2017, 10:31 PM
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Pretty sweet. I had one of these in my DD honda, but I couldn't read them very well. Thought about trying to make something similar, but I have far too many projects on hand. Good work!
