Dash cluster question...
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Dash cluster question...
I have 1979 f100 and I have another 1977 f100 can I use the 1977 cluster in my 1979? My 79 has warning lights and I prefer the 77 with needle guages. Is it a direct bolton or is the difference between both clusters. Thanks in advance...
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Correct, you need to change both the main under dash harness and the alternator harness.
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Those OEM gauges do not have the best reputation as dependable anyway.
Lots of vendors with nice reliable aftermarket gauge sets....
JEGS Gauge and Panel Kits - Free Shipping on All Orders @ JEGS
Auto Meter 2397 Auto Meter Autogage Gauges - Free Shipping on All Orders @ JEGS
Cheaper and easier than a harness swap IMO.
Lots of vendors with nice reliable aftermarket gauge sets....
JEGS Gauge and Panel Kits - Free Shipping on All Orders @ JEGS
Auto Meter 2397 Auto Meter Autogage Gauges - Free Shipping on All Orders @ JEGS
Cheaper and easier than a harness swap IMO.
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Dakota digital makes some gauges to fit our bezels, but very expensive.
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The only reason they would make sense would be if you needed everything. I made a custom gauge cluster for my 77 with an electric speedometer and the rest of the gauges with auto meter and all said and done it probably cost me the same as a Dakota digital or close. But to have just oil, temp, and volt, a $30 to $50 set works just fine.
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