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Technical 1946 Chevy gauges

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by mokomon, Apr 24, 2022.

  1. mokomon
    Joined: Sep 27, 2010
    Posts: 10

    mokomon
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    I want to use my original 1946 Chevy gauge cluster. Has anyone found newer gauges to put into the gauge housing that still make it look relatively stock ? Any suggestions ?
     
  2. oldiron 440
    Joined: Dec 12, 2018
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    oldiron 440
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    I know there are companies who do that, maybe post pictures so we can see it…
     
  3. Bob Lowry
    Joined: Jan 19, 2020
    Posts: 1,582

    Bob Lowry

    Just a thought, I had a '46 Chevy. The temp and oil are manual. The amp gauge will work with 12v
    or 6v. (I have a '54 Chevy that I converted to 12v and used the stock gauge with no problem. They make a reducer for the gas gauge that allows you to use what you have as well. They run around $10 Just an idea. Also, here is a link that has a refinished complete set, upgraded to 12v and higher oil pressure for around $650. Bob

    Speedometer and Gauge Items - 1946 Gauge cluster and speedometer, Chevrolet only (classicpartsusa.com)

    reducer.jpg
     
    Last edited: Apr 24, 2022
  4. osut362
    Joined: May 15, 2013
    Posts: 34

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    from East Texas
    1. Upholstery

    I have a 46 coupe and used new 12v VDO stuff. I removed the VDO's guts, made brackets an put them in my
    old gauge locations. Be sure you have the new gauges centered and level in the window. I didn't the first time.
     
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  5. 6inarow
    Joined: Jan 24, 2007
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    Check United speedometer Service. I have an old old contact, I dont know if it is any good but might get you on the right track. 909-684-0292. Riverside CA
     
  6. Rusty J
    Joined: Nov 25, 2019
    Posts: 155

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    This gives me hope for using stock 39 gauges in my 39 Chev so they work with 12 V. That voltage reducer got my attention.
     

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