Speedo Relocation Progress

I ordered a speedometer backing plate (part # 67320-95) and it arrived earlier this week.

It's a nice solid piece of metal.  For some reason, I was expecting plastic.  I was pleasantly surprised.

Here is a test fit.  The backing plate sticks out a bit because there isn't a trim ring covering the entire side of the speedo.  I plan to paint the side of the speedo black (it's currently ivory) so I think it'll be less noticeable when it's all done.  I will probably paint the Auto Meter clamp black too.