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Originally posted by G?¨t?£uck?¥151:
Originally posted by Goonz SVT:
Originally posted by G?¨t?£uck?¥151:
any update... or still processing? 
nevermind just got an e-mail stating it was shipped.
lol same here 
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Since I didnt include any type of Instructions or helpful hints in anyones packages. I wanted to make sure you all still got the info. Heres the Low Down. For added brightness, please do this  Quote:
MORE HELPFUL INSTALLATION TIPS:
If you really want the most brightness out of your gauges, go buy some chrome spray paint, and do what we call the â??chroming processâ?, it really makes a difference. Now from trial and error I have discovered the better the price on the can the better the quality, and try and only spray once, making sure to mask off any electrical components, along with metal.
And after with tape removed
Also If you look close to the first pic, you will see added bulbs. The wires with the bulb on the end. That is to equal out brightness, add brightness. I'll add that little how to tomorrow 
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hmmm..intersting
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That "Chroming" process was recommended on my Toyota also. And if you're curious about APO/FPO shipping, read this. I didn't know you have to hand deliver mail like that. No wonder why Newegg charges like $30 for it.
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To the CEG people, how hard is the removal of the exsisting gauges? Would I have to remove the dash as well to install these?
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Originally posted by muskamike:
To the CEG people, how hard is the removal of the exsisting gauges? Would I have to remove the dash as well to install these?
Very simple. 4 screws total to remove the dash cover. 1 behind the defrost button, 2 above the cluster, 1 behind the clock/Contour logo.
Once the cover is removed, there is a few screws holding the cluster down. I can't remember how many since it's been a while since I opened on.
The needles will have to be removed in order to install the new gauges. This is where it get's tricky. Proper alignment of the needles is very important.
I can post a few little tips for people if needed.
P.S. Remember the position of all 4 needles at time of removal.
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Originally posted by CSVT1214:
Originally posted by muskamike:
To the CEG people, how hard is the removal of the exsisting gauges? Would I have to remove the dash as well to install these?
Very simple. 4 screws total to remove the dash cover. 1 behind the defrost button, 2 above the cluster, 1 behind the clock/Contour logo.
Once the cover is removed, there is a few screws holding the cluster down. I can't remember how many since it's been a while since I opened on.
The needles will have to be removed in order to install the new gauges. This is where it get's tricky. Proper alignment of the needles is very important.
I can post a few little tips for people if needed.
P.S. Remember the position of all 4 needles at time of removal.
You the man, that response was fooking fast.
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There is 10 total. 5 to start with, not 4, to remove the bezel. One behind the defroster switch on the right side, 2 above the lexan on the cluster, and 2 behind the contour logo under the center vents. Once those are off, then there is 5 screws holding the cluster in, 3 on the bottom and 2 on top. Then you have to pop the 2 multiplugs out, and then pry the black tabs with a flathead screwdriver to remove the lexan covering. After that, if you want to remove the gauges, there is various torx bolts holding them in. Lots of screws to remove! 
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Just a note, not only will "chrome" give better reflection of light, so would white paint.
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The dash and gauge cluster removal is probably one of the easiest things to do on a contour. It will take you maybe 5-10 minutes to get it out. Originally posted by CSVT1214:
The needles will have to be removed in order to install the new gauges. This is where it get's tricky. Proper alignment of the needles is very important.
I can post a few little tips for people if needed.
P.S. Remember the position of all 4 needles at time of removal.
I'm interested, this is the only part that I'm nervous about
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