Did it not come with instructions? There are a bunch of links to the install for these.
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Three Gauge Pod Insallation ???
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Three Gauge Pod Insallation ???
Hi ! i just bought a three gauge pod that goes on the left pillar beside my windshield, can anyone plz help me with the installation, how can i make it hold there tight ?
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I just bought one as well. Mine came with 4 of those kind of push in screws to hold it secure. Mine fits over the existing pillar. I thought of using some double face tape instead so I don't have to drill any holes in my pillar.
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My bet would be,that they came from the same place that JD got his. He didn't have any wiring at all,so we just made some.
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So this is drill apprehension. Measure twice, mark and line up, check again, then just drill it. But to answer the question, folks have installed their pillars with DS tape or emblem adhesive. Problem is, it's a PITA to remove if you need to.
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Diesel Manor site instructions are posted here. Pretty good one too from what I recall. Problem is when you don't get all the hardware, wiring and senders.
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Makes me ask, are you selling the truck anytime soon? If so, or even not, are you planning on removing the gauge pod and selling that separately used? Not going to get much so unless you plan to put it in the next truck, not worth it.
No not in the near future. Haven't even installed the gauges yet.
So this is drill apprehension. Measure twice, mark and line up, check again, then just drill it. But to answer the question, folks have installed their pillars with DS tape or emblem adhesive. Problem is, it's a PITA to remove if you need to.
No not in the near future. Haven't even installed the gauges yet.
So this is drill apprehension. Measure twice, mark and line up, check again, then just drill it. But to answer the question, folks have installed their pillars with DS tape or emblem adhesive. Problem is, it's a PITA to remove if you need to.
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I only drilled one hole at the upper right corner and mine holds fine. I also routed my wires and such BETWEEN the existing pillar cover and the dash. There is NO reason to drill through the existing cover to run the wiring. I believe most or all the directions tell you to drill but it is not required. My .02. End rant! lol
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I drilled two holes on the top of the pillar to hold it in place using the push pins. The black weather strip of the door covers most of the push pin head as well. The other is wedged up against the windshield and you cannot see it. The bottom of the pillar holds tight because of the dash. Been in place for three years without an issue.
On edit: I have 2 extra push pins if anyone needs them.
On edit: I have 2 extra push pins if anyone needs them.