w/ Auto Meter Sport-Comp Gauges
w/ Auto Meter Z-Series Gauges
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| Non-Switch Panel | Switch Panel w/ Auto Meter Sport-Comp Gauges | Switch Panel w/ Auto Meter Z-Series Gauges |
| Non-Switch: | This panel holds three gauges. All three gauges can be electric or they can be electric on the sides with a mechanical gauge in the middle. |
| Switch: | Like the non-switch panel, this holds three gauges. It also has a single-pole, double-throw switch that can be used to run two temp senders to an oil temp gauge; obviously, only one temp can be monitored at a time. On my car, I have the down position wired for oil temp and the up position wired for water temp. This way, I can monitor the real water temp instead of having to rely on the stock C-H gauge. |
| Q: | What’s the turnaround time from when you receive my grille? |
| A: | 6-8 weeks on average. |
| Q: | When you list "assembly" charges, what is this? Are all the pieces separate? |
| A: | The gauge panel setup (whether switch or non-switch) is fully fabricated, put together, and painted. "Assembly" refers to installing gauges in the completed panel. |
| Q: | Is this an easy installation? |
| A: | I'd say it's moderately difficult. Remember: this modification involves electrical system work and pressure line installation (for mechanical pressure gauges). Improper installation can lead to electrical system or engine damage. I'm not trying to scare you, but want to make sure you understand what's involved. |
| Q: | I want to use gauges by Brand Such-And-Such -- will they work? |
| A: | This setup is designed for Auto Meter 2-1/16" gauges; as for other brands, there are too many manufacturers out there for me to say that their products would work with this setup -- use non-Auto Meter gauges at your own risk! This setup is for three electric gauges or one electric gauge on each side & one mechanical gauge in the middle; mechanical gauges WILL NOT fit in the side positions. Additionally, this setup is designed for Auto Meter's gauges with a case depth no greater than that shown in Specs B1 on the Auto Meter site, which is 1-9/16" from the outer mounting surface of the bezel to the back of the case. |
| Q: | Can you make it with two or four gauges instead of three? |
| A: | No -- due to the arrangement of the A/C fan housing, two and four gauge setups would not work. |
| Q: | I don’t really want to dent my A/C fan housing -- can you make the panel thicker so the gauges are positioned further away from the A/C fan housing? |
| A: | No -- the right-most gauge would hit the radio surround and the gauge mounting brackets would not work. Appearance and cost would be issues as well. |
| Q: | Can you make these setups for E24s? {Added 21 Nov 03} |
| A: | Yes and no: No, in that the E24 A/C grille is right up against the A/C housing (which actually intrudes into the grille fins), thus rendering it impossible to position gauges on the grille itself; yes, in that I can make a two-gauge setup to fit in the ashtray or a three-gauge setup which goes over the cigarette lighter and ashtray. The two-gauge setup would be removable, but would leave small holes inside the ashtray area (not visible with the ashtray reinstalled and closed); the three-gauge setup would become an integral part of the piece and would not be removable. Pricing is still up in the air, but would be in the range of $75 for a two-gauge “straight” setup, $100 for a two-gauge “angled” setup, $200 for a three-gauge “straight” setup, and $225 for a three-gauge “angled” setup; if you don’t understand what “straight” and “angled” mean, observe the pictures at the top of this page -- those setups are “angled.” |