New 830 dash

111 · Apr 9, 2015

I decided to replace the old dash in the 830 today, new dash will have oil press, water temp, ammeter, fuel press, converter press, converter temp, pyrometer, tach, and speedometer. Let me know what you guys think, I wanted to add a few more gauges and the old cluster was not working, will post more pics when I paint and install new gauges.
Ben

Adirondack case guy · Apr 9, 2015

While you are fabbing, I would add an eyebrow like late early 7-830s EH had above the gauges. Also while you are at it. put in a couple of license plate light fixtures to iluminate the gauges. Not being critical, just sugesting, as you seam very capable, and would add a nice finished touch, with a peice of chrome door edge trim on the eyebrow.
Loren

111 · Apr 9, 2015

Loren,
That's a good idea. I might just do that. I might even have an eyebrow from my old 930. I did leave the two light holes on either side of the dash but one at the top might be a good idea.
Thanks
Ben

Hayrack · Apr 9, 2015

Nice work!!! I have an early 730 gas that came to me with the entire gauge panel missing and I was thinking of doing something similar. Now that I see yours, I am a lot less hesitant!

mEl · Apr 9, 2015

Hayrack,

Can you give me a call at 570 279 1021? or send your contact info to [email protected]

Thanks.

Mel

Adirondack case guy · Apr 9, 2015

Ben,
I noticed the two light holes after posting my comment. Oldness is setting in, HeHe.
Loren

C. Amick · Apr 9, 2015

How did you cut the holes that perfectly round?

1370rod · Apr 9, 2015

Very nicely done, can't wait to see the finished project, Rod.

Brokengun · Apr 9, 2015

THATS NICE I COULD SEE YOU MAKING SOME CHANGE WITH YOUR QUALITY OF WORK

John Saeli · Apr 10, 2015

That is quite a Dash!! What is that "L" Head engine sitting there in the bottom picture?

111 · Apr 11, 2015

I marked them with a gauge, and usually can cut out the small holes with a 2" holesaw, but since I welded the plate in the holesaw wouldn't touch it, I had to use a jigsaw, next time I will plan out my spot welds a little better so I can use the holesaw
Ben

111 · Apr 11, 2015

John,
Thats a flathead Ford V8, someday I think it will go in my 9n. I just need to buy the conversion kit.
Ben

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