Easiest way to Install Gauges

yeah im keen to see some replies to this.

perhaps some pics. im keen on modifying the ashtray area but would like to see how people have neatly done this

Hey Rhys. I've mounted my gauges where the ash tray was. I used the angled spacers so they can be seen easier from the driving position, i covered the whole thing with black material which covers any unsightly bits. I'll ask my cousin, he's an upholsterer, what the material is because it can be stretched and shaped really easily, I've done my door cards, home made centre console and all the boards in the back (no back seat).
When i get home in a couple of weeks i'll take some photo's and post em on. I have to take some photo's of the seat mounts in my Cortina for Matt75 too.
You may need to be patient but i'll get em on here.
Cheers, Richo.

Hey Bud, I can't really remember if, or how i strengthened behind to support the gauges, probably blu-tac and sticky tape.
S'all good though, when i take the photo's i'll just remove the console and have a look, oh and take a few shots.
I remember trying to use the metal bit and mount them in the same area without cutting but it was gonna be more hassle than it was worth, and I'm really happy with the way it turned out. If you don't want to cut good interior parts, try and find and old sh%#ty one to cut and then cover it, keeping your good one aside.

Cheers, Richo.

Because im not that smart or handy lol, that looks amazing. Do you think 3 gauges would fit?

you could get 2 of them to hang below the dash in cups just by the park brake light.

I got a gauge holder from Autobarn for $15.00 and it fits perfect.
 
Matt

i won a ashtray that has been turned into a  holder off ebay, someone has spent some time fitting a universal gauge holder in an old ashtray. maybe you could see if a plastics place could do this or you, 
 
im happy $61 win