i bought the dual gauge pillar pod from autometer the other day. the way i've seen them mounted is to drill a hole in each corner of the pod, as well as holes in the a-pillar trim piece. my thing is, i'd much rather not drill holes into the plastic to salvage it as best i can. i've considered buying a trim piece from a junkyard truck as a replacement and painting it to match (if the interior color differs), and mounting the gauge pod on it. also because i wouldn't particularly care to "destroy" the one i find on a junked truck. on the other hand, would some pieces of velcro or some good double-sided tape hold the pod in place on the plastic well? i may just be too picky about not wanting to alter the truck's original interior too much.

 

how about some clear silicone sealer adhesive, set with duct tape to sit overnight, use moderate amount, to allow future removal

 

I don't blame you, I feel the same way about drilling holes in my truck. If you can find a used pillar trim piece, it would sure be a good idea. Even if you can find a way to mount the pod without drilling holes, in my experience you would still have to drill a big hole for the wiring, unless your 1st gen pod is different than the ones I have installed.

 

Yeah you will have to drill holes anyway. I cut a big slot in mine, started with a drill bet, and finished with a coping saw. Then for a school project, I made my pillar into a 4-gauge pod. Not quite done yet, but I will post pics before long.

 

Try 3m urethane window adhesive. It can be bought in a caulking tube at most any auto parts stores. We use the 2 part version for installing windos and the 1 part for repairing leaks or loose seals. I am not sure about plastic but it will glue to peices of aluminum together like you wouldnt believe. Just done make a mess with it, once its on the kitchen table its staying there!!

 

I would buy a trim piece from a junk yard then painting both the trim piece and gauge mount a semi-gloss black or a color close to your interior. I would not trust any glue, or velcro.