Lmackattack Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 http://www.bigmacktrucks.com/index.php?app=core&module=attach§ion=attach&attach_id=9431Can you view this? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-146781 Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildirt Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 I get a message that says "you don't have permission to view this". Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-146792 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Hmmm....ok i had tried to link it from my iPad...let me try again... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-146795 Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildirt Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Nothing came up on the last post. The first link looks like it is from BMT-"Sorry, you don't have permission for that!" I am signed in ... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-146800 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Pm me your email and I can hopefully sed it that way. This stupid I pad won't save the PDF and my phone won't upload the file. I was able to email it to myself and hopefully I can just forward you the file from my email,via my phone...if that don't work I may have to draw it put a stamp on it and mail it to you lol!,,, Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-146805 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Here is the united pacific part number Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-146839 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BucketTrucker688 Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 I have peterbilt gauge covers with the visors...dab of clear silicone and your good....peterbilt toggle switch extensions fit as well. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-151061 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikesbucketlistmack Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 Does anyone know where to get the covers that fit over an empty gauge hole ? They're black plastic and have the Macl logo on them.Thanks ! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-151067 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted December 14, 2012 Author Share Posted December 14, 2012 Mike, it means you need to get another gauge to take the spot Do you have a boost gauge? Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-151114 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikesbucketlistmack Posted December 16, 2012 Share Posted December 16, 2012 Ha, that sounds like a good idea ! But I'd have no idea where to get one or how to hook it up. I've only had my first Mack for only a month now am just getting to figure everything out ! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-151391 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted December 16, 2012 Share Posted December 16, 2012 Ha, that sounds like a good idea ! But I'd have no idea where to get one or how to hook it up. I've only had my first Mack for only a month now am just getting to figure everything out !Look in the operator's manual. It will likely list the optional gauges. My MH manual shows the optional gauges. Once you decide what to add, take the VIN to your Mack dealer and see if the gauge and related parts are still available. If not, "salvage yard time"! Might find the gauge hole "plugs" in a yard also. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-151415 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted December 18, 2012 Author Share Posted December 18, 2012 I got mine from autometer. Its a z series 0 to 35psi gauge and compliments the other gauges perfectly. Just wire it up and run the vacuum line and drill and tap into the pipe next to the turbo only. Any other spot will cause a fluttery innacurate reading Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-151794 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb502 Posted December 21, 2012 Share Posted December 21, 2012 I got mine from autometer. Its a z series 0 to 35psi gauge and compliments the other gauges perfectly. Just wire it up and run the vacuum line and drill and tap into the pipe next to the turbo only. Any other spot will cause a fluttery innacurate readingI got a Mack boost guage from GLobal for$25 bucks, im just too lazy to drill the hole to put it in. I concur with all of the above on guage rings Pete fits , you gotta grind some witha dremel to make em fit next to each other the pete speedo and tach are the same, almost any switch extension fits, I have chromed out the dash in 5 R's now(working on #5 anyway) it makes it a lot nicer to stare at all day for sure. the old pete dash switch label trims fit the small rectangle switch labels and the freightliner ones will fit the wide labels with a little trim on the back. I got a pic of the 84 but its pretty crappy, ill look for better ones from other trucks. Quote "Any Society that would give up a little LIBERTY to gain a little SECURITY will Deserve Neither and LOSE BOTH" -Benjamin Franklin"If your gonna be STUPID, you gotta be TOUGH" "You cant always get what you want, but if you try sometimes you get what you need" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-152335 Share on other sites More sharing options...
leversole Posted December 21, 2012 Share Posted December 21, 2012 Speaking of boost gauges...I thought mine was broken...till I went up a steep hill and had the pedal to the metal! As that sweet turbo sound got louder, the gauge swung up in the twenties! I guess bobtailing and driving easy doesn't generate much boost... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-152341 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted December 22, 2012 Author Share Posted December 22, 2012 I got a Mack boost guage from GLobal for$25 bucks, im just too lazy to drill the hole to put it in. I concur with all of the above on guage rings Pete fits , you gotta grind some witha dremel to make em fit next to each other the pete speedo and tach are the same, almost any switch extension fits, I have chromed out the dash in 5 R's now(working on #5 anyway) it makes it a lot nicer to stare at all day for sure. the old pete dash switch label trims fit the small rectangle switch labels and the freightliner ones will fit the wide labels with a little trim on the back. I got a pic of the 84 but its pretty crappy, ill look for better ones from other trucks.Your interior is awesome looking! Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-152578 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted December 22, 2012 Share Posted December 22, 2012 Speaking of boost gauges...I thought mine was broken...till I went up a steep hill and had the pedal to the metal! As that sweet turbo sound got louder, the gauge swung up in the twenties! I guess bobtailing and driving easy doesn't generate much boost...If I remember correctly, the most I saw on my MH was 15psi (on a long PA turnpike grade). 1 Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-152581 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb502 Posted December 23, 2012 Share Posted December 23, 2012 On my 84 E9 I made 18-20 pulling a load about 5-10 Max empty, after we turned up the pump and I put a 525 Turbo on it it made 10-15 bobtail and 20-28 loaded, e9's don't make a lot of boost unless you go to an aftermarket Turbo, actually they don't need much boost there's enough cubes there to do most of the work. 1 Quote "Any Society that would give up a little LIBERTY to gain a little SECURITY will Deserve Neither and LOSE BOTH" -Benjamin Franklin"If your gonna be STUPID, you gotta be TOUGH" "You cant always get what you want, but if you try sometimes you get what you need" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-152788 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted January 23, 2013 Author Share Posted January 23, 2013 Okay, so i was thinking today is the day! i wanted to order my gauge covers. I really appreciate all the help you guys have given me, however i'm still confused lol. Trent showed me exactly what gauges and part number to order from united pacific which is helpful. Others have said go to iowa 80 .com and look for the old peterbilt gauges and order those. There are 32 options on there though. Im not sure to order them piece by piece and what year model. 379? What size should i get for the tach and speedo? Also has anyone done the normal guage covers and then the guages that are top most get the covers with visors over them? I haul gravel and i hate dust all over the place lol. But, im ready to order these and i need some advice / counsel once again before making a purchase. Thanks again Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-159314 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted January 23, 2013 Author Share Posted January 23, 2013 Should i just use this site and be done with it?http://www.uapac.com/trucks/interior-products/dash-accessories/gauge-accessories.html Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-159315 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 Should i just use this site and be done with it?http://www.uapac.com/trucks/interior-products/dash-accessories/gauge-accessories.htmlYes..... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-159316 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted January 23, 2013 Author Share Posted January 23, 2013 So i just went into the garage where my dads 96 379 pete is and my R is sitting. I sat in both interiors and took measurements, it appears that the tach and speedo are exact at about 3.75 inches and the regular gauges are 2.6 inches. So i guess i could basically just order any covers fitted for a 379 too than huh? Oh and Trent, this is before i just read your post. OH and one a side note, i liked my interior better than my dads, The R just fits like a glove you know Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-159317 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted January 23, 2013 Author Share Posted January 23, 2013 One last question, What looks better in a R model? gauge covers WITH visors or WITHOUT? I see kenworths with visors all the time and they look cool. i guess its just preference though Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-159318 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 I think this is the one I bought for my speedo and tach. they fit my stock mid 80s mack gauges. I like the standard (no visor ) myself but thats jsut me. http://www.uapac.com/trucks/interior-products/dash-accessories/gauge-accessories/gauge-cover-without-visor-speed-tachometer.html Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-159319 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted January 23, 2013 Author Share Posted January 23, 2013 I agree with you entirely on that one. I have never seen a mack R with the speedo and tach covers with visors so i was just wondering. All the pics i see don't have visors so that must be the best non cheesiest way to do it, but i was thinking of trying it though until now. Nor have i seen a mixture of regular covers except for where the pyro and fuel are on the top, thought it might look neat to offset it though. what do you think? Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-159322 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted January 23, 2013 Author Share Posted January 23, 2013 Well, i called the chrome depot in ohio like you said to do. 36.05 later and im done Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28331-gauge-covers/page/2/#findComment-159333 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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