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Dennis (EV8G) · 05-05-2016, 10:13 AM

I'm working on a 1935 Convertible Sedan at the shop and it is in need of having the water temperature gauge repaired as the capillary tube has been cut off at the back of the gauge housing.

I also have a customer with a 1935 Fordor that needs the fuel gauge repaired as the tube the connects from the bottom of the glass to the bottom of the rear is plugged solid.

Can anyone recommend a repair service for these gauges?

Thanks!

rockfla · 05-05-2016, 10:22 AM

I think R & S in Arizona can.

deuce lover · 05-05-2016, 10:33 AM

Williamson's Instruments in Chester,Arkansas.About $250 to repair the temp gauge.479-369-2551.Early Ford Store sometimes has orig in stock.Originals are out there at about $300 +.I can fix the fuel if not to messed up.send me an email w/phone number.

Joe Immler · 05-05-2016, 12:16 PM

You might give Bob's Speedometer a call 1800 592 9673. He did my speedometer and I am very pleased with the work and turn around. Per their website they fix gauges also.

35fordtn · 05-05-2016, 12:34 PM

As Deuce lover stated most places charge 250-up to repair temp gauges. If you are unable to find someone.. We stock NOS ones as well as Reproduction ones.

john worden · 05-05-2016, 01:23 PM

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19Fordy · 05-05-2016, 02:27 PM

Morris Gauge has been mentioned on Fordbarn quite a few times.

Bored&Stroked · 05-05-2016, 03:24 PM

I'm using Williamson's - really great people and prices seem to be fair. Talk to Ron - good guy in general.

Williamson's Instruments, Inc.
2018 E. Front Ave.
Chester, Arkansas
72934

www.williamsons.com
[email protected]

john greco · 05-05-2016, 10:53 PM

Hey Dennis if you find some one let me know ! I was told that the chemical that was used is banned and no Longer made and that the substitute will not read correctly about 20 degrees off !!! Look into it ! Hey bye the way the 36 battery box master bracket is first class and fit like a glove ! U da man !

russcc · 05-06-2016, 07:24 AM

I too had a very good experience with Ron at Williamsons putting a new thermocouple on a vintage SW gauge. All that work is pretty expensive no matter who does it. Quality work is worth investment.

BoxCar Tom · 05-06-2016, 09:39 AM

Fuel gauge repair parts available at

http://www.classicandexotic.com/stor...-assembly.aspx

05-05-2016, 10:13 AM	#1
Dennis (EV8G) Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: West Covina, Ca Posts: 80	Original gauge rebuilding services? I'm working on a 1935 Convertible Sedan at the shop and it is in need of having the water temperature gauge repaired as the capillary tube has been cut off at the back of the gauge housing. I also have a customer with a 1935 Fordor that needs the fuel gauge repaired as the tube the connects from the bottom of the glass to the bottom of the rear is plugged solid. Can anyone recommend a repair service for these gauges? Thanks! __________________ *Early V8 Garage - West Covina, CA*

05-05-2016, 10:22 AM	#2
rockfla Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 3,957	Re: Original gauge rebuilding services? I think R & S in Arizona can.

05-05-2016, 10:33 AM	#3
deuce lover Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern France Posts: 5,306	Re: Original gauge rebuilding services? Williamson's Instruments in Chester,Arkansas.About $250 to repair the temp gauge.479-369-2551.Early Ford Store sometimes has orig in stock.Originals are out there at about $300 +.I can fix the fuel if not to messed up.send me an email w/phone number.

05-05-2016, 12:16 PM	#4
Joe Immler Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Massillon, Ohio Posts: 783	Re: Original gauge rebuilding services? You might give Bob's Speedometer a call 1800 592 9673. He did my speedometer and I am very pleased with the work and turn around. Per their website they fix gauges also.

05-05-2016, 12:34 PM	#5
35fordtn Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: McMinnville, TN Posts: 2,327	Re: Original gauge rebuilding services? As Deuce lover stated most places charge 250-up to repair temp gauges. If you are unable to find someone.. We stock NOS ones as well as Reproduction ones.

05-05-2016, 01:23 PM	#6
john worden Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: central Iowa Posts: 484	Re: Original gauge rebuilding services? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) APT Instruments in Minnesota does fine work. __________________ Louvering, bias ply tire-truing, metal shaping and forming, lathe and mill work, member shop HAGERTY Ins. expert repair network. High quality paint work in Iowa.

05-05-2016, 02:27 PM	#7
19Fordy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Coral Springs FL Posts: 10,943	Re: Original gauge rebuilding services? Morris Gauge has been mentioned on Fordbarn quite a few times.

05-05-2016, 03:24 PM	#8
Bored&Stroked Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 5,067	Re: Original gauge rebuilding services? I'm using Williamson's - really great people and prices seem to be fair. Talk to Ron - good guy in general. Williamson's Instruments, Inc. 2018 E. Front Ave. Chester, Arkansas 72934 www.williamsons.com [email protected]

05-05-2016, 10:53 PM	#9
john greco Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: tx Posts: 250	Re: Original gauge rebuilding services? Hey Dennis if you find some one let me know ! I was told that the chemical that was used is banned and no Longer made and that the substitute will not read correctly about 20 degrees off !!! Look into it ! Hey bye the way the 36 battery box master bracket is first class and fit like a glove ! U da man !

05-06-2016, 07:24 AM	#10
russcc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 2,871	Re: Original gauge rebuilding services? I too had a very good experience with Ron at Williamsons putting a new thermocouple on a vintage SW gauge. All that work is pretty expensive no matter who does it. Quality work is worth investment.

05-06-2016, 09:39 AM	#11
BoxCar Tom Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Basking Ridge, NJ Posts: 590	Re: Original gauge rebuilding services? Fuel gauge repair parts available at http://www.classicandexotic.com/stor...-assembly.aspx