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3r!c84 · 05-28-2010, 07:22 PM

hey i got this a today the old guy gave it to me at work. and when i got home none of the holes are lineing up?

why

b454rat · 05-28-2010, 08:13 PM

Maybe for 73-79?

piecesparts · 05-28-2010, 08:24 PM

The aluminum pieces do not fit exactly around the holes. They tend to be a bit smaller than the original instrument gauges. Although it is possible that you have one for an older truck.

3r!c84 · 05-28-2010, 08:58 PM

no i mean the screw holes are not lining up

85Bowtie · 05-29-2010, 01:52 AM

How far off are they from being lined up?

Whats wrong with your original? Is it metal or aluminum? I can't tell because it looks like it's been sanded or grinded on. If it's metal, gauge the holes off your original, weld up the ones that don't line up and drill new holes.

texasfunk · 05-29-2010, 02:56 AM

They dont line up like the LMC ones are suppose to, theres another brand that the holes are offset, mine came with some self tapping trim screws to attach it..

*Stitch* · 05-29-2010, 12:22 PM

you may need to leave the original screws in the original gauge bezel and then put that aluminum trim over it with some new screws...you may have to drill some new holes if you can't find any self tapping screws as previously stated...

73chevyman · 05-29-2010, 12:54 PM

think they are not suppose to you should of got screws with it

piecesparts · 05-29-2010, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Hoe

you may need to leave the original screws in the original gauge bezel and then put that aluminum trim over it with some new screws...you may have to drill some new holes if you can't find any self tapping screws as previously stated...

The top two center screws are the ONLY ones that will aligne with the holes of the instrument panel. Those are usually longer screws to allow for centering the cover onto the bezel by screwing into the factory clips behind the panel. After that you use shorter screws that you can get at most hardware or auto supply stores. Drill a small hole and screw the instrument panel to the plastic panel.

jrsmith_2010 · 05-29-2010, 02:17 PM

i had to do the same thing with mine

05-28-2010, 07:22 PM	#1
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05-28-2010, 08:13 PM	#2
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05-28-2010, 08:24 PM	#3
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: gauge cover wont fit??! The aluminum pieces do not fit exactly around the holes. They tend to be a bit smaller than the original instrument gauges. Although it is possible that you have one for an older truck. __________________ Frank

05-28-2010, 08:58 PM	#4
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: gauge cover wont fit??! no i mean the screw holes are not lining up __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

05-29-2010, 01:52 AM	#5
85Bowtie Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: TN Posts: 410	Re: gauge cover wont fit??! How far off are they from being lined up? Whats wrong with your original? Is it metal or aluminum? I can't tell because it looks like it's been sanded or grinded on. If it's metal, gauge the holes off your original, weld up the ones that don't line up and drill new holes. __________________ '69 Dodge Charger R/T 440, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '68 Plymouth Road Runner 383, 727, 3.23 Sure Grip '89 Dodge Diplomat ex cop car 408, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '77 Dodge Monaco ex cop car 440, 727, 2.71 '79 Dodge 'Lil Red Express pickup 360, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '12 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, M6, 3.92 '85 Chevrolet C-10 SWB 2wd 305, TH350, 2.73 Last edited by 85Bowtie; 05-29-2010 at 01:57 AM.

05-29-2010, 02:56 AM	#6
texasfunk Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 1,671	Re: gauge cover wont fit??! They dont line up like the LMC ones are suppose to, theres another brand that the holes are offset, mine came with some self tapping trim screws to attach it.. __________________ 2006 GMC Sierra CCSB, 6.0 swap 2000 Chevy C3500 Crew Cab shortbed dually 1999 Chevy c2500 Crew Cab shortbed 1982 El Camino 350/350 1979 K5 2wd blazer bagged/bodied 1986 Monte Carlo SS 1991 Chevy CK SWB-67 clip and tailgate, bagged 350/700r4 1955 Chevy Bel Air 2014 Chevy Silverado ccsb

05-29-2010, 12:22 PM	#7
Stitch Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Where I come from, it's cornbread and chicken... Posts: 3,122	Re: gauge cover wont fit??! you may need to leave the original screws in the original gauge bezel and then put that aluminum trim over it with some new screws...you may have to drill some new holes if you can't find any self tapping screws as previously stated...

05-29-2010, 12:54 PM	#8
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05-29-2010, 02:17 PM	#10
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