DESCRIPTION

1947-1953 VHX Instrument Gauge Cluster Carbon Face/Red Illumination - Chevrolet/GMC Truck

Dakota Digital Direct-Fit instrument systems are fully engineered to fit the stock dash opening of the vehicle they were designed for.
If you are interested in using this instrument system in a vehicle in which it was not intended to fit, you may experience installation challenges as it relates to mounting and proper viewing angle.
Additionally, any modifications should be done to the vehicle’s dash or surrounding housings, rather than the VHX System, as to prevent damage and retain warranty coverage.
Approximate dimensions are as follows:
Required opening: 5.2”
Overall Dimensions: 5.95”
Depth will generally mimic the stock gauge cluster, this often falls in the 1.5”-2.5” range.
If you require further dimension details, please contact Dakota Digital at 800-852-3228.

Analog Gauges

Speedometer

·0 -160 MPH (optional metric version 0- 255 kmh)

Tachometer

·0- 8,000 RPM

Oil Pressure

·0- 80 psi

Water Temperature

·100- 260ºF (optional metric version 40- 120ºC)

Fuel Level

·E, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, F

Voltmeter

·9- 17 VDC

Lighting

·Back lit technology is popular with performance instrumentation due to precise lighting allowing you see what is truly important when you really need it at a quick glance. Each number, tick mark, annunciator, needle, indicator and digital message center is lit by a series of LEDs behind the gauge face.

Digital Message Centers

Standard Displays

·Odometer (One time user settable, Million Mile)

·Dual (A/B) Trip Meter (0- 9,999.9)

·Clock (12 hour)

Performance Meters

·0- 60 MPH Timer (0- 100 kmh)

·1/4 mile time

·1/4 mile end speed (trap speed)

·High speed recall

·High RPM recall

Gauges

·Speedometer (0- 255 MPH/kmh)

·Tachometer (0- 9,900 RPM)

·Oil Pressure (0-100 psi displayed in 1 psi increments)

·Water Temperature (100- 300ºF/ 40- 150ºC displayed in 1 ºF/ºC increments)

·Voltmeter (9- 17 VDC)

·Fuel Level (0-99% full)

Lighting

·Auto-contrasting LCD display for optimal view in the brightest of sunlight.

·LED backlit at night to match/ complete the look at night.

Built-in Indicators

Indicators

·Turn Signals (Left/ Right)

·High Beam

·Check Engine

·Parking Brake

·Cruise Control (On/ On Engaged when vehicle is equipped)

·Gear Position (Optional GSS-2000 sensor required)

·4 x 4 (When vehicle is equipped)

·Wait to Start (When vehicle is equipped)

The Importance of Working Gauge Clusters
There are many different parts that make up your vehicle. Each one serves its own purpose and has value to the functionality of your vehicle. Even the smaller parts you may not think of right of the bat, are important to the overall workings of your car. For example, the speedometer. Plain and simple, this device will tell you how fast you are going. It is important to have a working speedometer to ensure you are following the traffic laws of the assigned speed limits. This isn’t something you want to be guessing on because it puts you at risk of receiving a traffic ticket.
Another important device is your instrument cluster. The instrument cluster is a broad term for all of the tracking meters on your dash. The quad cluster tracks your temperature, fuel, volts, and oil. Monitoring your temperature is actually quite important. If you’re running your vehicle too hot it can cause serious damages to your car such as destroying your cylinder head, engine block or other important internal parts. If you see your temperature gauge peak it’s crucial to get pulled over and turn your car off as soon as possible to help avoid any serious damages. Turn your heater on full blast to help drain some of the heat from the engine while you look for a safe place to pull over. The longer you drive with an overheated car, the worse it will get.
Your fuel gauge is pretty straightforward, it tells you how much fuel you have! It is recommended to keep your tank above a quarter tank at all times. This ensures your car is running efficiently. Driving with low fuel can potentially damage your fuel pump or engine. The voltmeter tells you how much voltage is running between your alternator and battery. If your volts drop, this is a signal your alternator has died on you. You can keep driving your car until your battery runs out of juice itself. On the other side of things, if your volts jump up high, this is a sign that too many volts are being pumped out. At this stage, you risk blowing fuses, lights and completely killing your battery.
Your oil pressure reading can mean a few different things. If you have a zero reading while idling, this is normal. If you have a zero reading at higher speeds it could mean your gauge is faulty, your oil level is low or your oil pump is broken. A consistently low reading could signal an engine component has worn down causing the drop in oil pressure. Remember, in colder weather, it is common for lower readings. If you experience a significant high reading, turn your car off as quickly as possible. The high pressure could cause your oil filter to burst!
Although small, these instrument clusters are important and helpful in tracking the status of your vehicle. You want to be sure they are in working order at all times. This specific unit is for the 1947-1953 Chevy/GMC VHX series. It has a carbon face with red illumination.
Dakota Digital Quality Products
When it comes to your vehicle working properly, allowing you to drive safely from Point A to Point B, it matters where you purchase your parts from. As the saying goes, “You get what you pay for”. You want to be sure you are getting quality products that will work and last for years to come. Dakota Digital takes pride in producing high-quality products you can rely on for your vehicles. With a facility right here in the United States, all products are designed, developed and manufactured start to finish by people who really care. You can rest assured you are getting the best of the best products along with outstanding customer service.