1977 Ford Maverick: A Gift for Jay’s Dad

October 12, 2026

This 1977 Ford Maverick project had a personal destination. After the work, Jay drove the car 5,000 km to Nova Scotia to give it to his dad.

Gauge update and mechanical work

At AMR Automotive, the ODG LED instrument cluster was fully installed and tested. The photos show the original gauges, the old and new assemblies, the dash opening, and the new cluster fitted to the blue bezel.

The mechanical work also included a new distributor pickup, spark plugs and wires, and a tune-up. The radiator was sent to City Wide Radiator in Calgary for repair.

Keeping the Maverick’s character

The paint was touched up while retaining its patina. DeGreeve Auto Upholstery in Calgary handled the new vinyl roof, beltline work, package tray and front-seat upholstery.

We were happy to help Jay make this once-in-a-lifetime gift happen. It is a personal reason to keep a classic vehicle on the road.

Photos from the shop

Original fuel gauge and speedometer removed from a 1977 Ford Maverick — The Maverick’s original gauges on the workbench.

ODG instrument cluster unpacked from its shipping box — The ODG instrument cluster after unpacking.

Rear views of the ODG cluster and original Maverick gauge assembly side by side — The backs of the ODG cluster and original assembly.

1977 Ford Maverick dashboard with the instrument cluster removed — The dash opening during the cluster update.

ODG instrument cluster fitted into the Maverick’s blue dashboard bezel on the workbench — The ODG cluster fitted to the blue bezel on the workbench.

Discuss your classic vehicle project

If you have a classic vehicle repair or upgrade in mind, call AMR Automotive at 403-243-2483 or request an appointment at our southeast Calgary shop to discuss the project.