Aftermarket gauges in the dash

[BrownGP83]

Has anyone mounted a set of aftermarket gauges in the dash of their GP? I have been looking for the best way to do it and retain a fairly factory look. My guess is that electric gauges would be the easiest to use, but i don't think mechanical would be much harder once you got the pod modified and everything mounted. I like the design of the GP dash and the gauge layout, but as you all know, the factory gauges leave a lot to be desired. That and i am tired of the cheesy pod hanging under my dash. I am not a fan of A-pillar pods either, as i don't need that many gauges. Any input is appriciated. I am very bored what with getting laid off from work for a month(maybe more :shock: ) so i am trying to figure out some of the smaller stuff that i can still afford to do to my car before summer.

 

[andrewmp6]

Make a plate or something to mount the gauges to the dash will cover it up.

 

[dougfather]

I am planning the same thing myself. I tried the mechanincal oil gauge (bad idea) and had it leak due to the sharp turn needed in the oil tube. Anyway, I am trying to use the factory idoit light clutser and carve t out as I need.

 

[TBRtat2]

Check out my photo album, I am running mechanical gauges.
I always have, and never had a problem, Just put some thought into how you run your lines.
Stay away from any sharp bends.

 

[sui_winbolo]

I'd like to know the same thing!

I want to get a proper speedometer that reads past 85mph, and also possibly replacing my analog clock with a tach. However, a lot of people thinks it's pretty badass my car has a huge analog clock lol

 

[BrownGP83]

I used to want to get rid of my clock, but i changed my mind and am glad i did. Not many people have a clock like that. As for the speedo, im staying with my stock 85 for now. might upgrade that later.

 

[sui_winbolo]

Haha, that is very true. What gauges did you want to replace exactly?

 

[BrownGP83]

Oil, fuel, voltmeter,water temp. Looking for something that looks as close as possible to the factory crap to kinda match the speedo and clock

 

[sui_winbolo]

Well I had to have my fuel gauge replaced since it didn't work when I got the car, here's the one I had put in. I did not do the work myself however, so I'm not sure what brand it is.

 

[G_Body_Enthusiast]

that is a stock fuel gauge.