Aussie Charger

[Chambo]

Hi all, I've just purchased a 1966 Charger here in Aus. The car was imported about 4 years ago and has basically been sitting in a garage ever since. None of the instruments work except for the Speedo and Amp gauge. Can I assume that this is probably a common thing with these cars and is their a fix for them? I haven't started to look at it yet as I have some repair work high up on the rear quarter passengers side where there was some undercoat. I started to rub it back and found under the filler as you do some damage like a truck backed into it or something. Very strange as it's quite high. It's a 361 auto and the original colour was blue with white interior but it has been painted some time ago a very bright metallic red and a change of interior also to red which is in very good condition. The metallic has faded and the car is now a combination of red and green. Looking forward to picking the brains of all you knowledgeable people over time.

Cheers,


Glenn

 

[GetX'd]

Welcome to FBBO. Always glad to have another Aussie on the forum. I know your instruments can be fixed. Just not sure how you go about it. Their are companies I assume, even down under, that do that kind of work. I had mine all repainted and refreshed when I restored my car. The speedo is pretty basic - you could probably do that one yourself. Might just be a disconnected or broken cable. It happens.

Glad to have you aboard - someone will be along that can give you better indications that I can. By the way - we like pics of your ride.

 

[Xp29h]

Welcome from Maine! Pics are always welcomed too!

 

[Brandy]

Welcome from Vermont! Pics please!!

 

[Chambo]

Thanks for the welcome guys.Here is a few pics. It needs paint as the red metallic has turned green in the sun.

 

[71Hardtop]

Hi Glenn, welcome to the forum, I am based in Brisvegas doing a 71 Charger. Stay in touch happy to help out where I can.

Cheers,

Ben

P.S. put some photos up they help alot.

 

[gibber]

Hi Glenn,

My small side business is www.thegaugedoc.com. I specialize in the repair/restoration of the first generation Charger electroluminescent lighting and gauges. I own 3 first gens myself. I've shipped two clusters to Australia with no problems. Glad to help if you need repairs...very solid car, nice find!

Thanks,

Mark