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SSmokinSS · 12-28-2012, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Bmatth1162

Interesting, thanks guys. I really do like the look of them and I live in the mountains so it's generally cold as a witches t1tty from now til March, having oil temp and tranny temp might actually be very helpful. I think I'll pull the trigger on this one...

Angrybird can you please send a link or tell me where to find the wiring harness that I would need if I found a cluster without the harness?

Thanks everyone

http://www.casperselectronics.com/st...oducts_id=1511

Silver2SSRS6spd · 12-28-2012, 12:33 AM

Hardly ever, I glance over there to check the tranny temp to make sure things are nice and warm before romping on it. Glad I have the gages, don't know if I would pony up that much cash on a non-performance mod.

Bmatth1162 · 12-28-2012, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by SSmokinSS

http://www.casperselectronics.com/st...oducts_id=1511

You're the man thanks bud

Bmatth1162 · 12-28-2012, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Silver2SSRS6spd

Hardly ever, I glance over there to check the tranny temp to make sure things are nice and warm before romping on it. Glad I have the gages, don't know if I would pony up that much cash on a non-performance mod.

You said it. Price is the only issue (and the reason I have a 1SS in the first place...) since it won't give me any hp. I'll start calling a few junkyards and see if anyone has a 2LT/2SS and wouldn't mind selling the cluster. If anyone knows where to get one for around $150 or less please let me know. Thanks again

SSmokinSS · 12-28-2012, 12:51 AM

Cheapest you will probably find for awhile is the link Angrybird12 posted above. They are $179 shipped if you get your own harness. They are brand new blems.
eBay is still up to $400.
If you can't find a wrecked one, maybe someone will trade you if they want the storage.
I have a 1SS also, and I am getting them for looks, and some function. They thing that hits my cubby hole is my phone....
After I get the Onstar/Bluetooth module, I won't need to have my phone out of my pocket.

mr_honez · 12-28-2012, 01:07 AM

nice to have, but not a neccesity. wish the mylink radio didnt hide it so much, the fan controls block part of it on the 2013's

SSGUNNER · 12-28-2012, 03:04 AM

Love mine. Glance at it all the time. If i had 2 drinks i can easily put my phone on my door pocket section or center console.

2010SSRSM6 · 12-28-2012, 03:31 AM

If you plan on adding any performance mods, stereo mods or just like being able to verify you have oil pressure, it's great to have.

When my oil pump failed, I noticed I didn't have pressure at startup before the check engine alarms went off. I was able to shut it down before any damage could be done. For me, the gauge cluster saved me over $10k for a new motor.

If you can swing it, I say go for it.

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Twoblindsheep · 12-28-2012, 03:38 AM

to tell you the truth.. i hardly look at it.. lol
i mean its badass and people who rides in my car also point that out.. but other than that... i dont ever look at it..

PalmerGA · 12-28-2012, 06:49 AM

The gage cluster looks cool, but I'll take the console space for cell phone, glasses, zip drive, change, gas card, etc.

CFD · 12-28-2012, 06:59 AM

I always glance at the gauges. If something doesn't sound right it's the first place I look. I can say I wasn't thrilled with their visibility that's why I did this with mine.

Good2go · 12-28-2012, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by GMTool

I look at mine alot, while driving also. Once you get used to them a quick glance is all it takes. After an oil change I watch the oil pressure real close. I look at the battery gauge to make sure the needle is showing proper volts. I really like the oil temp gauge. I know when it is ok to get on it. Don't like to jump on it till the oil is up to temp, same goes for the tranny temp.

Exactly. You don't have to "look", all it takes is a quick glance, when the temps are up then you know when it's time to play...

yellowrs · 12-28-2012, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Bmatth1162

I have a 1SS (without the gauges cluster below the radio) and was thinking about getting the cluster because apparently the part is 100% interchangeable. I'm not trying to fake having a 2SS, I just really like the look of the cluster, especially at night. My question is: how useful is the actual information? Do you ever purposefully look at the gauges? I'm having a hard time justifying giving up my storage space there and spending $350+ on something if it won't tell me anything useful...

Thanks!

I agree, you can't look at them while driving because they are too low IMHO.
They sure look pretty and for that reason alone I would get them.

Angrybird 12 · 12-28-2012, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Bmatth1162

Interesting, thanks guys. I really do like the look of them and I live in the mountains so it's generally cold as a witches t1tty from now til March, having oil temp and tranny temp might actually be very helpful. I think I'll pull the trigger on this one...

Angrybird can you please send a link or tell me where to find the wiring harness that I would need if I found a cluster without the harness?

Thanks everyone

http://seatsandsuch.auctivacommerce....aspx?sid=31888 in stock or will be getting more shortly.
That where I got mine from. I know the other is slightly cheaper but I wanted to get both at the same time. Plus only one shipping charge.

12-28-2012, 12:33 AM	#16
Silver2SSRS6spd Prefer to be blown! Drives: 2010 Silver/Black 2SS/RS Manual Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Nor-Cal Posts: 2,677 View My Garage	Hardly ever, I glance over there to check the tranny temp to make sure things are nice and warm before romping on it. Glad I have the gages, don't know if I would pony up that much cash on a non-performance mod. __________________ MagnaCharger TVS-2300 550rwhp 540 rwt and a radical suspension under the car.

12-28-2012, 12:51 AM	#19
SSmokinSS Get Some Drives: 2014 ZL1 6Speed Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: The Wood's Edge, NM Posts: 712	Cheapest you will probably find for awhile is the link Angrybird12 posted above. They are $179 shipped if you get your own harness. They are brand new blems. eBay is still up to $400. If you can't find a wrecked one, maybe someone will trade you if they want the storage. I have a 1SS also, and I am getting them for looks, and some function. They thing that hits my cubby hole is my phone.... After I get the Onstar/Bluetooth module, I won't need to have my phone out of my pocket. __________________ BUILD THREAD

12-28-2012, 01:07 AM	#20
mr_honez Wifey Lover Drives: 2013 2LT to 2SS Manual Conversion Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Bastrop, Texas Posts: 1,631 View My Garage	nice to have, but not a neccesity. wish the mylink radio didnt hide it so much, the fan controls block part of it on the 2013's __________________

12-28-2012, 03:04 AM	#21
SSGUNNER Chu no guat a hasa is? Drives: 14 Jeep G Cherokee Overland HEMI Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Some where in So Cal Posts: 4,272	Love mine. Glance at it all the time. If i had 2 drinks i can easily put my phone on my door pocket section or center console. __________________ 11 2SS/RSL99No Longer Stock (Sold) 6/19/14:AAC Plasma DRL's \| Plug n play harness \| Elite CC \| Tint: 35% & 5% \| LED Dome light \| Show-N-Go Plate Holder \| Flowmaster AT \| C.A.I. Intake \| VMAX CNC Spiral Ported TB \| Husky Splash Guards

12-28-2012, 03:31 AM	#22
2010SSRSM6 Drives: My wife crazy with my C5 usage. Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 6,553 View My Garage	If you plan on adding any performance mods, stereo mods or just like being able to verify you have oil pressure, it's great to have. When my oil pump failed, I noticed I didn't have pressure at startup before the check engine alarms went off. I was able to shut it down before any damage could be done. For me, the gauge cluster saved me over $10k for a new motor. If you can swing it, I say go for it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ UNDER CONSTRUCTION......again......

12-28-2012, 03:38 AM	#23
Twoblindsheep [COTW 1/6/14] Drives: 2017 1LE Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Scott AFB/STL Posts: 2,004	to tell you the truth.. i hardly look at it.. lol i mean its badass and people who rides in my car also point that out.. but other than that... i dont ever look at it..

12-28-2012, 06:49 AM	#24
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,754 View My Garage	The gage cluster looks cool, but I'll take the console space for cell phone, glasses, zip drive, change, gas card, etc. __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

12-28-2012, 06:59 AM	#25
CFD Drives: 2SS/RS L99 BLACK Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Franklin , MA Posts: 6,696	I always glance at the gauges. If something doesn't sound right it's the first place I look. I can say I wasn't thrilled with their visibility that's why I did this with mine.