Hi,
The actual gauge faces can be renewed with the decal sets sold by the mail
order guys (Jim Carter, Filling Station, etc) Be sure to smooth the old
face w/ 400 sandpaper so the pits and bumps don't telegraph through.
The instrument panel face is painted PPGs Dark Almond DDL 25674 (that's a
tan color).
You can tell if your speed is any good by spinning the connection on the
back and seeing if the needle moves.
Happy truckin'
Whitney H
www.jps.net/haist/artdeco.htm
-----Original Message-----
From: Guy Francis <guyf@waterford.org>
To: _Oletrucks <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2000 6:22 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] gauge cluster
>I'm looking for some tips on the best way to restore my gauge cluster on
>my 46 3100. All of gauges work except for the speedo (which may work if
>I had a cable) The big problem is that the paint is all faded and
>peeling and you can't read all of the printing. If anyone can tell me
>the correct colors to use and maybe how to get the printing looking
>good I would appreciate it. Thanks.
>
>Guy Francis
>46 3100
>
>oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
>
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