Conversion Complete - RS Standard Display Cluster to SS Enhanced Display Cluster!!

Junito · 11-01-2017, 08:38 AM

I have a 2017 1LT RS Camaro and I Finally successfully converted my standard gauge cluster Display to the enhanced Display seen on the 2LT and SS models. The Radio however is not as easy and will be my next task. I will be doing a write up on the process when I have some more free time and posting it on Youtube and this forum.
I love my new setup and the screen really makes a Huge Difference.

See attached PIC

pjz1082 · 11-01-2017, 02:40 PM

This is AMAZING! Can't wait for the write up and video. Please let us know the approx. cost.

Junito · 11-01-2017, 04:08 PM

Since I don't have the time to do video or write up yet...I will show you what directions I followed in order to achieve this.

1) Read this thread to understand and familiarize yourself on how to take apart the dash and Cluster http://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=447174
Thanks to 6LE Designs for the write-up

2) Purchase a New or Used Cluster. I believe it must be year specific.
(Found one on ebay for $120!!)

3) Contact these guys http://www.whiteautoandmedia.com/ and provide your Vin# as well as the Part # of the Cluster. You will have to ship the Cluster in to be programmed. Cost was $349.99 plus Return Shipping $33.36 UPS 2nd day. Turnaround time was quick. Shipped Thursday 10/26, received programmed unit back on 10/31. (yours may vary).**note they are only open on weekends and there is no Number to contact them) so you must be patient!!! They delivered as promised.

My Total cost was $503.35 including Cluster (Your price may differ)I was lucky to find a Cluster Unit at a Cheap Price.

Works Great!! However, 2 Menus will not work until the 8inch Radio is installed with it.

Audio menu says "No Audio connected"
Phone menu says "No Phone Connected".
Radio and Phone does work normal on your Radio, but just can not control it via the instrument cluster (not a deal breaker).The cluster will carry all your existing information into the new cluster when its plugged in. That's it!!

pjz1082 · 11-01-2017, 04:58 PM

Thank you for all the info! Question: since this is from an SS and the speedometer goes to 200mph, is it still accurate?

Junito · 11-01-2017, 05:16 PM

Yes. The speedometer is 100% accurate.

Giri · 11-02-2017, 02:47 AM

Oh wow this is so awesome. I kind of want to do it. What are the benefits?

Corner carver · 11-02-2017, 06:11 AM

This is amazing...my only regret going with the 1lt was the gauge display....this mod is on my list for sure now!

Corner carver · 11-02-2017, 06:25 AM

So that is an SS cluster and it works fine once reprogrammed for either the V6 or I4? Or do we need to find a cluster that is a 'match' for the vehicle?

Junito · 11-02-2017, 06:39 AM

Yes. It's an SS Cluster and works great with the V6 once it's programmed. Not sure about the l4 though.

lgxvertowner · 11-02-2017, 01:35 PM

Interested, how did you remove the stock cluster? Is it difficult? And will the miles on the new speedo transfer to your cars current or is that what the programming takes care of?

Junito · 11-02-2017, 02:34 PM

Follow #1 for instructions on removing Cluster.

Diffuculty level 1-5 (1being easy 5hard) 3.
2 once you understand it.

The Miliage is automatically transfered to the new cluster when plugged in. I did not tell them my mileage. At first you may see zero, then within a few seconds it will carry over all your information.

mightyusaid · 11-02-2017, 04:57 PM

Dude this is so awesome I also have a 1lt rs but I have the 8 inch screen so if I install this I won’t have the audio and the phone issue?

Junito · 11-02-2017, 05:32 PM

Lucky you. It should work as intended. Those of us who have the 7" screen have a nightmare of a project to upgrade to the 8" screen. Requires Head unit, 2 modules, Programming and a ton of new wiring....

chris227 · 11-02-2017, 10:50 PM

Did you try connecting the cluster before you had it programmed? If so what did it do or what were the issues you had?

11-01-2017, 04:08 PM	#3
Junito Drives: 2017 Camaro RS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Freeville N.Y Posts: 36	Since I don't have the time to do video or write up yet...I will show you what directions I followed in order to achieve this. 1) Read this thread to understand and familiarize yourself on how to take apart the dash and Cluster http://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=447174 Thanks to 6LE Designs for the write-up 2) Purchase a New or Used Cluster. I believe it must be year specific. (Found one on ebay for $120!!) 3) Contact these guys http://www.whiteautoandmedia.com/ and provide your Vin# as well as the Part # of the Cluster. You will have to ship the Cluster in to be programmed. Cost was $349.99 plus Return Shipping $33.36 UPS 2nd day. Turnaround time was quick. Shipped Thursday 10/26, received programmed unit back on 10/31. (yours may vary).*note they are only open on weekends and there is no Number to contact them) so you must be patient!!! They delivered as promised. My Total cost was $503.35 including Cluster (Your price may differ)I was lucky to find a Cluster Unit at a Cheap Price. Works Great!! However, 2 Menus will not work until the 8inch Radio is installed with it. Audio menu says "No Audio connected" Phone menu says "No Phone Connected". Radio and Phone does work normal on your Radio, but just can not control it via the instrument cluster (not a deal breaker).The cluster will carry all your existing information into the new cluster when its plugged in. That's it!! Last edited by Junito; 11-08-2017 at 08:59 PM.*

11-01-2017, 05:16 PM	#5
Junito Drives: 2017 Camaro RS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Freeville N.Y Posts: 36	Yes. The speedometer is 100% accurate. Last edited by Junito; 11-01-2017 at 05:31 PM.

11-02-2017, 02:47 AM	#6
Giri Soon to be Millionaire Drives: Blue 2016 Camaro Join Date: May 2016 Location: Gainesville, FL Posts: 379	Oh wow this is so awesome. I kind of want to do it. What are the benefits? __________________ I run a Drone Service Company in Gainesville, FL - Please visit my site and take a look

11-02-2017, 06:11 AM	#7
Corner carver Drives: 2017 Camaro 2.0T RS Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,827	This is amazing...my only regret going with the 1lt was the gauge display....this mod is on my list for sure now! __________________ As Delivered: 2017 Mosaic Black 1LT RS 2.0T \| M6 \| HD brake and cooling \| Bose & 8"screen \| Front lip extension \| Blade spolier \| Black bowties \| Painted splash guards Installed Mods: 25% Window tint \| Headlight, side marker and third brake light Phastek tint kit \| GM black taillights with Gen5diy LED harness and bulbs \| LED license plate bulbs \| Gorilla lug nuts, black \| GM 'performance' center caps \| RS and sheild badges removed

11-02-2017, 06:25 AM	#8
Corner carver Drives: 2017 Camaro 2.0T RS Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,827	So that is an SS cluster and it works fine once reprogrammed for either the V6 or I4? Or do we need to find a cluster that is a 'match' for the vehicle? __________________ As Delivered: 2017 Mosaic Black 1LT RS 2.0T \| M6 \| HD brake and cooling \| Bose & 8"screen \| Front lip extension \| Blade spolier \| Black bowties \| Painted splash guards Installed Mods: 25% Window tint \| Headlight, side marker and third brake light Phastek tint kit \| GM black taillights with Gen5diy LED harness and bulbs \| LED license plate bulbs \| Gorilla lug nuts, black \| GM 'performance' center caps \| RS and sheild badges removed

11-01-2017, 08:38 AM	#1
Junito Drives: 2017 Camaro RS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Freeville N.Y Posts: 36	Conversion Complete - RS Standard Display Cluster to SS Enhanced Display Cluster!! I have a 2017 1LT RS Camaro and I Finally successfully converted my standard gauge cluster Display to the enhanced Display seen on the 2LT and SS models. The Radio however is not as easy and will be my next task. I will be doing a write up on the process when I have some more free time and posting it on Youtube and this forum. I love my new setup and the screen really makes a Huge Difference. See attached PIC Attached Images

11-01-2017, 02:40 PM	#2
pjz1082 Drives: 2016 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 648	This is AMAZING! Can't wait for the write up and video. Please let us know the approx. cost.

11-01-2017, 04:58 PM	#4
pjz1082 Drives: 2016 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 648	Thank you for all the info! Question: since this is from an SS and the speedometer goes to 200mph, is it still accurate?

11-02-2017, 06:39 AM	#9
Junito Drives: 2017 Camaro RS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Freeville N.Y Posts: 36	Yes. It's an SS Cluster and works great with the V6 once it's programmed. Not sure about the l4 though.

11-02-2017, 01:35 PM	#10
lgxvertowner Drives: Black 1ss Convertible Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Austin Posts: 54	Interested, how did you remove the stock cluster? Is it difficult? And will the miles on the new speedo transfer to your cars current or is that what the programming takes care of?

11-02-2017, 02:34 PM	#11
Junito Drives: 2017 Camaro RS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Freeville N.Y Posts: 36	Follow #1 for instructions on removing Cluster. Diffuculty level 1-5 (1being easy 5hard) 3. 2 once you understand it. The Miliage is automatically transfered to the new cluster when plugged in. I did not tell them my mileage. At first you may see zero, then within a few seconds it will carry over all your information.

11-02-2017, 04:57 PM	#12
mightyusaid Drives: Burgundy camaro, 1LT Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: piscataway Nj Posts: 60	Dude this is so awesome I also have a 1lt rs but I have the 8 inch screen so if I install this I won’t have the audio and the phone issue?

11-02-2017, 05:32 PM	#13
Junito Drives: 2017 Camaro RS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Freeville N.Y Posts: 36	Lucky you. It should work as intended. Those of us who have the 7" screen have a nightmare of a project to upgrade to the 8" screen. Requires Head unit, 2 modules, Programming and a ton of new wiring.... Last edited by Junito; 11-02-2017 at 06:55 PM.

11-02-2017, 10:50 PM	#14
chris227 Drives: 2020 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Sherman,Texas Posts: 844	Did you try connecting the cluster before you had it programmed? If so what did it do or what were the issues you had?

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