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10-17-2014, 10:38 AM
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i just installed new dakota digital instrument cluster in my 66 vert. it's the VRX model, looks and fits great. All the gauges work fine except the fuel gauge. I sent email to them and they stated that it will not work with 63-67 fuel sending unit. i find this hard to believe. the 63-67 sending units has two wires and ground compared to others which only has 1 wire plus ground. he stated that 63-67 was voltage related vice resistant. So i guess i need to put a 68-70 sending unit in. I cant believe they have a complete bolt in instrument cluster and the fuel gauge does not work. Anyone have any experience with this?
10-17-2014, 12:03 PM
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i just installed new dakota digital instrument cluster in my 66 vert. it's the VRX model, looks and fits great. All the gauges work fine except the fuel gauge. I sent email to them and they stated that it will not work with 63-67 fuel sending unit. i find this hard to believe. the 63-67 sending units has two wires and ground compared to others which only has 1 wire plus ground. he stated that 63-67 was voltage related vice resistant. So i guess i need to put a 68-70 sending unit in. I cant believe they have a complete bolt in instrument cluster and the fuel gauge does not work. Anyone have any experience with this?
10-17-2014, 02:18 PM
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i just installed new dakota digital instrument cluster in my 66 vert. it's the VRX model, looks and fits great. All the gauges work fine except the fuel gauge. I sent email to them and they stated that it will not work with 63-67 fuel sending unit. i find this hard to believe. the 63-67 sending units has two wires and ground compared to others which only has 1 wire plus ground. he stated that 63-67 was voltage related vice resistant. So i guess i need to put a 68-70 sending unit in. I cant believe they have a complete bolt in instrument cluster and the fuel gauge does not work. Anyone have any experience with this?
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10-17-2014, 02:25 PM
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This has come up before, there is a way around it. I can do some digging in my tech file for the solution. Feel free to contact me at j.olsen@dakotadigital.com kessler!
10-17-2014, 02:52 PM
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10-25-2014, 02:37 PM
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My Christmas Present (to self): 1978- 82 Chevy Corvette VHX Instruments
I am seriously considering installation of a Dakota Digital VHX instrument kit (Red) this winter.
I am reviewing the kit and find that I really don't need any of the extras (unless to integrate the system with my car).
My assumptions:
I will have to replace the oil pressure sensor/can. Can I use the existing wire?
I will have to use the temp sender with the kit. Can I use the existing wire?
What is the challenge with replacing the mechanical speedo with an electronic sensor that calibrates with rear gears/tires/(overdrive?)?
Any experience with DD install in the 78-82 Corvette? Lessons learned/to share?
Much appreciated. I will probably pull the trigger later in November IF I can keep the cost within reason (the kit is about $1,500).
A few questions from reading about the system today:
I read that fuel tank sender unit must be 'direct wired'. Is there a wire that I need to identify in the current harness that connects to the rear of the existing gauges that I may splice/connect to? Will I have to install an aftermarket fuel tank sender?
Speed (electronic), oil and water sensors are included. what's it take to use them?
Can I avoid the mechanical speedometer connection? What does that do to the cruise control?
Thanks for any info!
I am reviewing the kit and find that I really don't need any of the extras (unless to integrate the system with my car).
My assumptions:
I will have to replace the oil pressure sensor/can. Can I use the existing wire?
I will have to use the temp sender with the kit. Can I use the existing wire?
What is the challenge with replacing the mechanical speedo with an electronic sensor that calibrates with rear gears/tires/(overdrive?)?
Any experience with DD install in the 78-82 Corvette? Lessons learned/to share?
Much appreciated. I will probably pull the trigger later in November IF I can keep the cost within reason (the kit is about $1,500).
A few questions from reading about the system today:
I read that fuel tank sender unit must be 'direct wired'. Is there a wire that I need to identify in the current harness that connects to the rear of the existing gauges that I may splice/connect to? Will I have to install an aftermarket fuel tank sender?
Speed (electronic), oil and water sensors are included. what's it take to use them?
Can I avoid the mechanical speedometer connection? What does that do to the cruise control?
Thanks for any info!
10-28-2014, 05:23 PM
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the kit came with the new oil sensor and water temp sensor. just install in correct hole in block and manifold. It also came with a new sensor for the transmission for speedometer, that was also easy. they (dakota digital) are working on a solution for the "unique" 63-67 sending unit. i hope to hear something soon. i am out of town and can send pics when it get home. all in all pretty easy install.
