Gauges

[geswek]

I'm working on gauges and still having some issues here.

A Pillar; boost and oil pressure

Center; EGT (left) and EGT (right)

I have one gauge open -- still can't decide; oil temp or AFR.


Thoughts?

[bpd1151]

I would use the open spot for a Tranny Temp gauge personally.

Also, my mechanic pal who helped me install my gauges recommended an Oil Temp Gauge over an Oil Pressure Gauge, simply saying that you're more likely to notice an "issue" by monitoring Oil Temp long before you will problems with Oil Pressure(s).

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[geswek]

Thanks for the tip Mike.

I like the oil temp too--be nice to know if I'm roasting.

Now I'm thinking of where I can get oil temp -- might have tap the pan or do that bolt trick you did.

[Darkside]

No brainer, get an Aeroforce guage.  They make them specifically for the Sho and will even have SHO inside it.  It will give you two things to monitor and allows you to change them up.  Personally I'd want to monitor knock at all times. 

[FracaSHO]

Where can I find a gauge pod for the a-pillar?  Can I get one to fit 3 gauges?


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[bpd1151]

You would have to have an a-pillar pod completely custom made (like I did) as nobody currently produces them.

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[FracaSHO]

You would have to have an a-pillar pod completely custom made (like I did) as nobody currently produces them.

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Where would I go for for something like that?


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[bpd1151]

I wouldn't have the slightest clue.

I say that, only due to the fact that the person who made mine, swore up & down that mine was the only one he would make (as a thank you for all the "How-To's" I authored) because he had learned so much from me.

That person, who was a member of another community, has since sold his SHO, & is no longer around. Hasn't been for some time.

I have pictures I could PM you of how the build process went on it, if you'd like them.

I would then suggest printing out those images, & perhaps bring them around to some local vendors in your area that specialize in custom fabrication (& upholstery) & inquire if they would be interested in taking on such a project.

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[FracaSHO]

I wouldn't have the slightest clue.

I say that, only due to the fact that the person who made mine, swore up & down that mine was the only one he would make (as a thank you for all the "How-To's" I authored) because he had learned so much from me.

That person, who was a member of another community, has since sold his SHO, & is no longer around. Hasn't been for some time.

I have pictures I could PM you of how the build process went on it, if you'd like them.

I would then suggest printing out those images, & perhaps bring them around to some local vendors in your area that specialize in custom fabrication (& upholstery) & inquire if they would be interested in taking on such a project.

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Pics would be much appreciated. I may have a place that could do it. Or they might be able to point me in the right direction.


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[geswek]

I'm going to my fabricator Monday and he said he'd be interested in doing more. He wants to do mine first and make sure. He does a lot of fiberglass and bonds work for boats, custom jobs. Has a good reputation and likes Grand Nationals. :-)

I'll keep you posted, but I know it's going to be somewhat expensive. I bought a second pillar for $120, and the 2 gauge mount was another $20 bucks. I figure the fiber work and upholstery another 2 or 3.

The only thing I'm worried about it upholstery. I have fabric covered pillar, not leather like Mike.

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[bpd1151]

Just for the record there Storm.....

My A-Pillar was custom upholstered & the upholsterer located a source that matched the OEM fabric found on the A-Pillar, as it came from the factory.

Which, you would know, is a cloth based material. Not leather.

As such, mine is not, nor ever was, leather. Not then. Not now.

[geswek]

Just for the record there Storm.....

My A-Pillar was custom upholstered & the upholsterer located a source that matched the OEM fabric found on the A-Pillar, as it came from the factory.

Which, you would know, is a cloth based material. Not leather.

As such, mine is not, nor ever was, leather. Not then. Not now.

No sweat; I must of not realized that in photos you gave me. I thought it was leather. Glad to know they were able to match your fabric, maybe I will have a shop too--there is a few upholstery shops here that are good with automotive applications.

[Scott13SHO]

I'd love to see a  A pillar gauge pod available for our cars....can't figure out why no one offers one.

[geswek]

I'd love to see a  A pillar gauge pod available for our cars....can't figure out why no one offers one.

Not sure; market?

Maybe the fact our pillars are cloth and not just ABS plastic?

Eh, either way -- I have a guy in Doylestown who will more than likely be successful in making this.

[FracaSHO]

I'd love to see a  A pillar gauge pod available for our cars....can't figure out why no one offers one.

Not sure; market?

Maybe the fact our pillars are cloth and not just ABS plastic?

Eh, either way -- I have a guy in Doylestown who will more than likely be successful in making this.

Keep us informed. I would be interested in purchasing one. Maybe we could get a group but going.


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