This is my first FD cluster I have done. A FD cluster is different from most clusters since each gauge has its own opening in the facia. All of the other clusters I have done have one large lens that the gauges sit behind. Keep in mind that I use the term “gauges” loosely. OEM gauges are not like aftermarket gauges where each is in its own separate chassis. OEM gauges are simply just the faces(dial) and needles(pointer) slapped onto one large plastic housing with the electronics/mechanics underneath the faces. Then typically a black facia over the front of the dials to divide them and make them look like separate gauges. Then of course the clear lens over the front. So the unique design of the FD cluster allows for more of a “drop in” of aftermarket gauges. The OEM sizes are somewhat close to the size of aftermarket gauges, but not near exact enough for me. Unfortunately this customer sent me a carbon fiber facia, so I couldn’t really modify it to fit the gauges how I would have preferred. Ideally I would fill or enlarge the OEM gauge openings to fit the aftermarket gauges exactly. I would then re-texture the whole facia and give it back the OEM look/finish. I just finished another FD cluster where I did exactly this… so stay tuned for that post. In the meantime, enjoy some images from this carbon fiber facia cluster.
Mazda FD RX7 Cluster With Speedhut Gauges
Posted: August 26, 2014 in Non Car RelatedTags: Broadfield Customs, Cluster, FD, Gauges, Import, Mazda, RX7, Speedhut
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Where can I buy this or one like it?
Joshua, you would need to purchase the carbon fiber facia on your own and then send that to me, along with your OEM gauge cluster, to do all of the extensive modifications to make the aftermarket gauges fit in it and still maintain your OEM turn signals, warning lights etc. The actual gauges themselves would be purchased through me along with the labor charge.
What does this cost to have done including labor and gauges?
It typically runs around $1000 to modify your OEM cluster and for the gauge set. However, that price can actually be lower depending on which series of Speedhut gauges you go with.
What can I do if I do not have a gauge cluster? (the one I have has been modified to fit a garmin and other lcd screens) Thanks
You can simply buy a replacement off of Ebay etc.
what if I wanted to replace all the gauges? you would just need the housing correct? Thank you
If you want the OEM turn signals and warning lamps to work, I would need the OEM cluster, OEM facia and OEM hood. If you do not care about any of those working, I would just need the OEM facia.
ahh, that’s right. sorry for the questions. and thank you for the answers.
Hi Broadfield,
What would it cost? I have the Carbon Fiber gauge cluster already.
Can the gauges have different colors?
It typically runs around $1000 – $1200 shipped for a full set of gauges, return shipping and all of the modifications that need to be done to the cluster in order to get the Speedhut gauges to fit. Yes, you get to choose the gauge color, style, font etc. Please email me at Toby@BroadfieldCustoms.com if you want to discuss it further and get an accurate quote.