Vortec Era Guage Swap?

[NorCalKid]

How much of a pain would it be to swap in a vortec era ?'90-'99? set of gauges. I like the layout and in theory it would be cheaper then aftermarket stuff. It would be in to a custom dash so fitment wouldn't be an issue. I guess the question is can the be wired to work?

Just thinking out loud...

 

[lectric80]

I can't find the thread at the moment, but one member actually grafted a complete dash out of a newer truck and had all the stock gauges working. It was pretty trick, and yet looked right at home in his truck.

 

[Babaganoosh]

I can't find the thread at the moment, but one member actually grafted a complete dash out of a newer truck and had all the stock gauges working. It was pretty trick, and yet looked right at home in his truck.

http://coloradok5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=135216&highlight=dash

There it is.

 

[NorCalKid]

Hes got aftermarket gauges in it, pretty sweet setup though. I am wondering if it is possible to just take the gauge cluster out and get it wired and working in my '73 with a flat aluminum dash

 

[lectric80]

That shouldn't be an issue, just have to provide the appropriate signals and proper power. Biggest issue I can see is if any of it runs through the computer you may have an issue getting the proper signals to the gauges.