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Old Aug 4, 2006 | 11:46 AM
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How difficult would it be to install a '66 instrument cluster in a '65? I'm thinking of purchasing one off of ebay. I apologize if this has already but discussed, but I couldn't find anything when I searched.

btw.This is my first post here. I have a 65 coupe with a 289 2v.





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Old Aug 4, 2006 | 01:47 PM
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you will need new sending units, an underdash wiring, sending unit wiring....
Old Aug 4, 2006 | 02:26 PM
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What kind of instrument cluster you have know? the one with the 5 instruments or the oil and temperture ligths, it is the 5 instruments the 65 and 66 are the same, look at www.mustangdfords.com/techarticles/75259/..hope that help
Old Aug 4, 2006 | 02:53 PM
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ORIGINAL: 289FB

What kind of instrument cluster you have know? the one with the 5 instruments or the oil and temperture ligths, it is the 5 instruments the 65 and 66 are the same, look at www.mustangdfords.com/techarticles/75259/..hope that help
no, they are not, the 65 amp gauge is unique, the 66 is more reliable, but neither are acqurate
Old Aug 4, 2006 | 03:17 PM
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Default RE: Replace 65 Instrument Cluster

I currently have the standard '65 3 gauge cluster. The car is fairly original. The only major additions are a/c, fog lights, gt exhaust and a console. My other question is whether I should upgrade the instrument cluster at all. And if I do upgrade it, am better off going with original gauges or going with new as in this article<http://www.cjponyparts.com/TechGS.asp>.

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