Alright well here's the gauges all lit up! It's hard to get a decent picture that does them justice, but I'm really happy with how they look in person. Hopefully I can get some better pictures here soon.
Aside from some re-assembling of the dash, I also did some work on my console last night, first got it all scuffed up and painted with SEM colorcoat. My original base was fubar when I bought the car, just made sure I grabbed all the plates, trim, wiring, etc for it. Luckily I was able to pick this original black one up from a buddy of mine. No cracks, just needed a little freshening up
Believe it or not, this is one of the original console lights to my car. Really crazy how it still looks practically brand new after 44 years
And here's my first attempt at the vinyl wrap, didn't come out too bad. Getting it to form around the console lock was a b!tch :banghead: but I like the final look of it. I used 3M brushed titanium in the center and matte black on the sides. Other than the difficult contour of the lock, the vinyl wrap is pretty easy to use. Just cut your piece oversize, remove the backing to expose the adhesive, lay it down, then press it on with a bondo spreader with some light heat applied by a heat gun/hair dryer/etc. sorta like ironing out a shirt, and just trim away the excess with an x-acto knife. Be careful with the heat though as this stuff will melt if you get it too hot
And here's my general mock-up with the lights installed. Just getting a general idea how it will look with the brushed titanium center, really liking it!
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