Replacement Guages and Radio Blank for '88

[Acropolis]

Are there any replacement gauges for the '88 K1500? I don't mind the stock dash, but I would like more of a traditional gauge cluster. I am looking for something that won't require extensive rewiring.

Also, is there a blank face plate to cover up where the stock radio is on the dash. I am talking about the square unit on the right side of the dash. I want to put a replacement unit in the spot where the cassette player is, but I would like to remove the old radio.

Thanks,
Acropolis

[same_me]

Chevrolet offers a pocket to go in the dash where the radio is. It's part number 15532300. List price is $23.26.

[Acropolis]

Thanks. That sounds like what I am looking for. Do you know if they carry it at some of the restoration parts suppliers?

[same_me]

I'm not sure about that but any of your local gm dealers can order it for you. You should be able to get it overnight from a delear cause theyre showing to have them at the pontiac mi wharehouse.

[cwbigredz]

most stereo shopps keep the delete plates in stock for that year also. think i got mine for around $15. east install but they are pretty much useless.

[Shakinplates]

I got a billet radio delete plate off of ckresto.com

[92 sierra slx]

any of the resto mags carry them and best buy stereo shops and gm so plenty of options

[Acropolis]

Thanks for the replies. I will probably stop and pick one up at one of the local radio shops when I get around to updating the radio.

[justingj]

For what it's worth Crutchfield is a good place to pick up a deck for these trucks. You get everything you need to install which isn't usually a big deal, but on our trucks they give you a color matched deck surround for where the tape deck was, the factory radio cubby, wiring harness and antenna adapter. Well worth the price I think. Not sure if there's a minimum dollar amount for the deck for the free stuff, but at most it's $140, not bad.