Flapjack-I put the gt cluster in my v6. It works fine, everything reads as it should. Same plug on the back, same 4 screws. No issues with the tach reading correctly or the speedo being off. I did notice that the mycolor turns the gas gauge red if you run the fuel too low. You can not use a 07 gt cluster, they have TPMS and you will always get a warning unless you have the dealer turn it off.
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Awesome! So did you get it from Y2K? From what I understand, they put in your mileage and then send it to you so you don't have to flash.
Can you give me the exact part numbers for the dash and switch so I get it right?
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Flapjack-I put the gt cluster in my v6. It works fine, everything reads as it should. Same plug on the back, same 4 screws. No issues with the tach reading correctly or the speedo being off. I did notice that the mycolor turns the gas gauge red if you run the fuel too low. You can not use a 07 gt cluster, they have TPMS and you will always get a warning unless you have the dealer turn it off.
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I guess I've missed it here... but how exactly do you pop out the "where buttons ought to be" area on the left side of the center of the dash above the radio? Screwdriver? Quarter? Kitchen fork??? Inquiring incompetent-with-tools people want to know.
Thanks for the great info I have and 05 GT and want to upgrade to 6 gauge cluster If you have a part number for this upgrade it would help because my local Ford deales has no idea what i'n talking about. I have my money in my hand ready to spend. Any help you can proved is appreciated.
I got a price of $243 from Ed at Y2K; my dealer was offering the same unit at $311 and installation at $170. They will install the unit if I get it somewhere else, but I feel like I'd be getting ripped off for $170. Ed says it's a simple swap. I don't know. I'm going to think on it for a while.
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Ok, I got mine installed, but I'm having a few problems. Some are probably just features, but some are definite problems. Hopefully the others that have done this mod can help me out.
First off, the "feature flaws":
- Beeping while in reverse - Beeping at 70+ mph
These problems may require me to get this reflashed:
- Speedo seems a bit off compared to speed reported by my GPS (60mph on gauge reads 56-57 on GPS) - Car seems to hit redline on gauge at 6000rpm even though my redline is set to 6400rpm (Predator log also shows redline at 6400rpm)
What do you guys recommend? I can't remember who it was, but someone specifically said the GT gauge cluster worked just fine on their V6. Obviously, it's not working 100% for me. Any suggestions from the guys that have done this???
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Sorry I have been away-- I have the number for the dash switch at home on the bag it came in, but if you go to the ford dealer and tell him what you want it's no problem for them to find it on the computer.
Flapjack- My car shifts just where it did with the v6 cluster, I can't tell about the accuracy of the speedo, but in traffic going 70 and 75, that is what my car reads. I would bet that either the GPS is off (which it has to be, so folks can't use them for targeting home made wmd's) Or the speedo has a built in 'range' of accuracy. The beeping in reverse and beeping at 70 is very odd, none of the 3 GT clusters I have do that.
I got one of my gt clusters from ford (the 07 one) because I work in the design business and the 2 other gt clusters I bought off ebay for 150$ each. So I don't know about the reflashing part. The one I have in my car now is from a 05 gt, I don't know if it was a stick or auto, reads 30k and works fine. I would bet that a good ford mechanic could tell you if there are any real operating differences between the two clusters.
I have sold alot of these cluster upgrades to members here some have been able to just plug them in and go, but when they do not work right out of the box(which they shouldn't) take it to your local dealer and have them download the "as-built" info and ALL issue's will be resolved. Sold quite a few of these and NO ONE that has purchased one from me has been unhappy with the results. It is just so easy of a deal to get this done.
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Thanks, Ed. I guess I'll have to take it in. The beeping happens as soon as I hit 75 and whenever I put it in reverse. I'm not convinced the speedo is off, since it's so slight.... but it definitely seems like the tach is off at high rpms.
How much should I expect to pay for reflashing?
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Ford labor times show one hour to install both the cluster and the switch and reflash or down load the as-built info. expect to pay between $65-$100 depending on where you are located.
flapjack I installed the 6 guage cluster my self . I had the same problem with the beeps. I bought my parts frorm Ed Olsen at y2k for as many have have. Per Ed. I took my car to my local dealer an they flashed cluster memory thethr "as build" info and presto beeps are gone. my dealer charged $88 for the service jims05gt
i have the interior package with the mycolor, and its awesome, but i want to wire the panel so it lights up anytime the ignition is on, instead of just when the lights are on. does anyone know or have access to wiring diagrams that show what triggers the mycolor to turn on?
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