Likely the greatest bargain is the '87-'93 Mustang GT or 5.0. You can get into one for chump change because there are so many available on the used-car market. It's another example of the law of supply and demand. If you're sprucing up a Fox-body Mustang, there are all kinds of modifications that will make it stand out. White-face instruments are one way to get there-and for not much money, either. We'll show you how.
How To Install White-Face...
How To Install White-Face Gauges
Remove the steering-column...
Remove the steering-column covers at the dashboard.
The instrument panel detaches...
The instrument panel detaches via several sheetmetal screws around its perimeter.
Use a 5/16-inch socket.
The steering column cover...
The steering column cover is installed in two halves. Remove the two screws, one on each side, and separate the cover for removal.
Headlight and hazard-warning...
Headlight and hazard-warning flasher switches click into the instrument panel. All you have to do is depress the retainer clips, remove the switches, and disconnect, as shown.
Once all the screws and switches...
Once all the screws and switches are out, this is how the instrument bezel is removed. This simple modular construction made vehicle assembly easier.
Once the bezel is removed,...
Once the bezel is removed, the instrument panel comes out after removing the screws around its perimeter.
Multiplex connections similar...
Multiplex connections similar to this one date back to 1969 when they were first used in the Mustang. This simple plug connects everything-power, lights, and all instruments-to the flexible printed circuit. Unplug and gently push to the side.
Beginning in 1969, the Mustang...
Beginning in 1969, the Mustang speedometer cable became a clip-on affair at the speedo. Click off, then click back on when it's time for installation. While you're at it, lubricate the speedometer cable and head.
Place the instrument panel...
Place the instrument panel on your workbench for disassembly and access to the gauge faces. The screws around the perimeter retain the lens and diffuser.
The lens and diffuser remove...
The lens and diffuser remove like this. Take extra care not to scratch the lens.
The original faces are retained...
The original faces are retained with sheetmetal screws that can be removed with a small Phillips screwdriver.
All needles must be taken...
All needles must be taken off gently with the special tool included in the kit.
Detach the face retainer,...
Detach the face retainer, as shown. This piece prevents light leaks.
The gauge faces lift off,...
The gauge faces lift off, as shown.
Lift off the speedometer and...
Lift off the speedometer and tachometer faces.
Remove the odometer reset...
Remove the odometer reset knob and speedometer needle rest.
The Speedware white-face gauges...
The Speedware white-face gauges are a peel-and-stick affair and are easy to lay down.
Reinstall the speedometer...
Reinstall the speedometer and tachometer needles and rests. Gently press the needle onto the shaft, as shown. Make sure it's exactly at zero.
For this speedometer, BBK...
For this speedometer, BBK Performance calibrates for 0-200 mph. Our advice is not to bury this speedometer on the freeway when it's time to road test. The company also has 0-160-mph versions.
This is how white-face gauges...
This is how white-face gauges should look once screws are installed.
Reverse the removal procedure,...
Reverse the removal procedure, and the result should look like this. What a difference white-face gauges make.