Starting My restoration on a 65 Barracuda...1st question Instrument Cluster Removal?

yeah, it was vacuum deposition chromed from the factory but a good silver/chrome spray paint over a black base will look good. if you have a very steady hand, you can get ~1/8" silver metallic mylar tape and apply it to the border and framework of the gauge to make a shiny accent. Or you can plunk down >$260 for a new one which may not even have lenses.