Where to mount gauges

[afc2112]

Talk to Rick about mocking something up if you don't want to diy...

[jnshk]

This was my solution. I attached a hood over the tombstone and clamped some DIY gauge cups to it. It didn't turn out quite as nicely as I had visualized it, but it's a pretty good beta version. AFR gauge is clamped to gauge cluster hood next to the others. Functionally, it's great, but it could be prettier in the daylight.

[I<3flippyheadlights]

I really like that set up actually. Hmmm

[★ revlimiter ★]

It COULD NOT be prettier at night. Awesome setup Andrew. Not just saying that because of the main gauges either.

[black roadster]

This was my solution. I attached a hood over the tombstone and clamped some DIY gauge cups to it. It didn't turn out quite as nicely as I had visualized it, but it's a pretty good beta version. AFR gauge is clamped to gauge cluster hood next to the others. Functionally, it's great, but it could be prettier in the daylight.

Can we see some daytime pics?

[jnshk]

I will try to take some tomorrow if I can remember.

[jnshk]

Not very good pictures, but they might give you an idea

[Lesac]

Jnshk's car has a cool setup going on.
if you dont wanna go super over the top you could work something in like this

or do the same with a multi PLX gauge.
I run the one above as well as a boost gauge on the a piller mounted as low as possible (I too dislike A pillar gauges)

[Pfunk]

You can do what I did, particularly if you're looking to install 'real' fuel level, water temp and oil pressure gauges:
gauges.jpg

[Pfunk]

Since that pic was taken I've added four LED warning lights with black nickel surrounds; should be done installing it all in the car in a few days. I've made extra five-gauge center console mounts since then as well, playing with different edges, etc.

[— Agent☣Orange —]

Pretty cool ideas in here.

[cbaylis77]

Pfunk those gauges are awesome! What brand are they?

[DK Wolf]

kinda the set up I had on my FD.

However, exposed gauges like that grabs attention. Attention most people don't want. I was rocking Defis and those usually fetch near 200 bucks a pod, and I was always a little nervous since Oki insurance here doesn't cover itemized theft.

I'd seriously look into just making your own plate for the center console. It's stupid easy and a monkey could do it, or just pop them in your vents. Lots of super easy options out there.

[Pfunk]

Pfunk those gauges are awesome! What brand are they?

They're Speedhuts, and I designed the faces. They were very good to work with--allowed some heavy customization, particularly on the speedo. Here's a screenshot SH sent me (with a logo on the face to prevent copying, I think) when I asked for a final proof:
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[cbaylis77]

Thanks, they make some great gauges. A little pricey but if I was starting fresh I would consider them. I've got too many Autometer gauges already.