Need source for '69 Radio Delete Gauge Cluster

[DRL]

Looking for a '68 or '69 "radio delete option" gauge cluster, preferably used. I'm installing a CD player in my '69 and don't want to butcher the existing cluster. Any help is most appreciated.

Thanx, DRL

PS--I just joined NCRS about 10 minutes ago or I'd give my as yet to be determined membership number.

[Joe L.]

Re: Need source for '69 Radio Delete Gauge Cluster

"DRL"-----

As far as I know, there was no special gauge cluster bezel used for 68-76 Corvettes for which no radio was factory installed. Instead, a "radio block-off" plate was installed in the cluster opening which the radio would otherwise occupy. This block-off plate was discontinued many years ago, but a reproduction is available from Paragon for $150, although this plate would be of no benefit to you. Primarily, this plate is used by folks with original L-88 cars whose original block-off plates have "worn out".

I would suggest that you obtain a used bezel and modify it for your application.

[Joe L.]

Re: Need source for '69 Radio Delete Gauge Cluster

"DRL"-----

As far as I know, there was no special gauge cluster bezel used for 68-76 Corvettes for which no radio was factory installed. Instead, a "radio block-off" plate was installed in the cluster opening which the radio would otherwise occupy. This block-off plate was discontinued many years ago, but a reproduction is available from Paragon for $150, although this plate would be of no benefit to you. Primarily, this plate is used by folks with original L-88 cars whose original block-off plates have "worn out".

I would suggest that you obtain a used bezel and modify it for your application.

[George Daina]

'69 Radio Delete Gauge Cluster....

rare piece, Bud, if ya find one for sale, hope ya have deep pockets full of Franklins.

[George Daina]

'69 Radio Delete Gauge Cluster....

rare piece, Bud, if ya find one for sale, hope ya have deep pockets full of Franklins.

[George Daina]

I should clarify my post........

the gague bezels break, and to replace a 68 bezel, one must spend a few hundred. You have 69, so your bezel is more plentiful than a 68. For some unknown reason, I responded thinking you had a 68. Guess I have 68's on my mind.

New Bezels can be purchased from all the usual outlets, Ecklers, Central, etc, etc.

[George Daina]

I should clarify my post........

the gague bezels break, and to replace a 68 bezel, one must spend a few hundred. You have 69, so your bezel is more plentiful than a 68. For some unknown reason, I responded thinking you had a 68. Guess I have 68's on my mind.

New Bezels can be purchased from all the usual outlets, Ecklers, Central, etc, etc.