Which gauges do you have?
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Cruising
Joined: May 2010
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From: North Carolina
Which gauges do you have?
Going to replace the worn out and mostly non-functional gauges in my '76. There are obviously 5 holes in the bezel. I need to figure out which 5 gauges to get. I'll definitely replace oil pressure, water temp, and fuel. I'll probably replace voltmeter, although I don't know why I need this info every time I drive. I don't think I need the clock. The question is, what do others think are the 5 best gauges to have.
Burning Brakes
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Keep a volt meter or ammeter- they let you know if your charging system is working or not. I have fuel level, water temp, volts, oil pressure, and oil temp. Other gauges you might put in place of the clock could be wideband A/F ratio or vacuum (both good tuning devices).
Team Owner
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From: Crossville TN
Probably the most "necessary" gauges for a C3 are: fuel gauge, oil pressure, water temp, ammeter (it does tell you if the battery is charging or if a belt has been thrown), and a vacuum gauge. The vacuum gauge can tell you if there is a leak in the system, help you diagnose engine problems, and help you drive to best mileage (if you ever want to do that..
). Another alternative gauge is a transmission oil temp gauge...if you have an auto tranny.
Chances are that the lack of function on your gauges is not the gauges themselves...more than likely electrical problems and/or sensor problems. Those same issues will have to be dealt with if you replace the gauging with new ones. Why not just fix what you have?? {Just a thought...}
). Another alternative gauge is a transmission oil temp gauge...if you have an auto tranny.Chances are that the lack of function on your gauges is not the gauges themselves...more than likely electrical problems and/or sensor problems. Those same issues will have to be dealt with if you replace the gauging with new ones. Why not just fix what you have?? {Just a thought...}
Last edited by 7T1vette; May 11, 2010 at 12:34 PM.
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Cruising
Joined: May 2010
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From: North Carolina
thanks for the replies
Yes, I am going to put the multimeter to work this weekend on the old gauges and wiring. The faces are a little worn, though, and ultimately I will want to upgrade. I appreciate the input.
Burning Brakes
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From: Europe, France
Center Console :
Water Temp, Fuel level, Voltmeter, Oil Press, Ammeter ( stock ),
Passenger Side :
Oil Temperature, Fuel Press, AFR Monitor, Intake Manifold Vacuum...
Driver Side :
Speedometer, Tachometer + Shift Light
On the windshield : G-Tech SS computer
All gauges are full sweep, mechanical or electrical, AutoMeter Sport-Comp.
Don't forget to use a co-pilot too, he's or she's very useful to check the gauges of your Boeing from time to time
Water Temp, Fuel level, Voltmeter, Oil Press, Ammeter ( stock ),
Passenger Side :
Oil Temperature, Fuel Press, AFR Monitor, Intake Manifold Vacuum...
Driver Side :
Speedometer, Tachometer + Shift Light
On the windshield : G-Tech SS computer
All gauges are full sweep, mechanical or electrical, AutoMeter Sport-Comp.
Don't forget to use a co-pilot too, he's or she's very useful to check the gauges of your Boeing from time to time
Last edited by 73StreetRace; May 12, 2010 at 10:15 AM.
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