gauges, which ones

[wydodgeitramit]

New member here. . I am interested in getting a set of gauges. I was wondering who makes the best ones out there. I am a first time owner a diesel truck. So I guess that you can say that I am a rookie at all the neat things that you can buy to enhance the perfomace of the motor. Any and all suggestions will be greatly appreciated. . Thanks in advance for all the advice... By the way I love the truck so far. .

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2001,25004x4,6 speed,high output turbodiesel,quadcab,patriotblue,and driftwood.

 

[quadzilla]

I went with ISSPRO gauges, but am not sure I am in the majority. I like the looks of them and their customer service is good. The two most important gauges are the Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) or pyrometer, and the Turbo Boost gauge. Most others have opted for Transmission oil temperature for a third, but I went with fuel pressure so I could monitor not only the condition of the fuel filter, but also any other peculiarities of the pumps with all the talk about the lift pumps going out. I plan on getting a trans oil temp gauge in the future, but will probably mount it in a different location. My other 3 gauges are in the triple mount A-Pillar that still maintains the factory tweeter. For more info on gauges that others are using, try the search feature below the "post new topic" and "post reply" buttons.

And by the way, welcome to the family on this forum, and welcome to the owners of the best diesel truck this side of Caterpillar!

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Name: Craig Clairmont
2001 Quad Cab 2500 4x4, Short Bed, ETC, Auto, 3. 54 gears, SLT Plus, Sport, Forest Green Pearl, Camper Special, Trailer Tow, 305/70R16 Cooper Discoverer AT tires on Stock Rims, Grizzly Double Bend Chrome Bars, Catch-All Front Floor Mats, Avital Remote Starter, APC Super White headlamps, Weather Tech Vent Visors, DC Mud Flaps, Turbo "unsilenced", K&N Filter in stock Airbox, muffler disappeared, ISSPRO Boost, EGT and Fuel Pressure gauges, Engine is all stock... for now. Line-X bedliner coming this fall...

Other Mopars:
1978 Ram 4x4 - 440, Convertible, Club Cab, Step Side Bed - Project Almost Done

1968 Plymouth GTX - 440, 4 Speed, Black Buckets, Console - Project Ready to Get Underway

 

[Bigsaint]

Welcome aboard !!! I was in your shoes only a few months ago, asking the same questions to other members. I decided on the DiPricol pyro,boost and engine oil temp. gauges(you can probably live without the engine oil temp. ) I'm real happy with them, except the pyro at night as it's needle is not illuminated and difficult to see. During daylight, no complaints and real responsive. Wait for more replies before you decide and check out all options so that you get want YOU want. Here's the link to TST Products, where I purchased mine. Best of luck with your new rig.

Scott W.
http://www.tstproducts.com/

White 2001. 5 3500 ETH/DEE 4X4 Quad cab SLT,tow package and camper prep,Husky liners front and rear,DiPricol pyro,boost and oil temp gauges,Edge EZ,Mopar tonneau,Lund bug shield,PM tractor utility back up lights,Penda bed mat and blow by bottle is bye bye !!! I love the smell of diesel in the morning, it reminds me of... . VICTORY !!!
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[jkern]

scott,

same here, like the DiPricol gauges, but can't see the EGT needle at night. the boost gauge however is great. other than that, i really like them so far.



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Jeremy Kern
1999 2500HD 4x4 QC,SB, ISB, 5spd, 3. 54LSD, 33x12. 50 cooper STT's Denver off-road bumper with Ramsey RE12000, PIAA series 520, Rancho RS9000's, heavy ft. springs, JVD Torque Enhancer, DiPricol boost and pryo gauges, and a bunch of other little things! www.geocities.com/phrn30 for pics!

 

[John]

Both the VDO Vision series gauges (analog. . through-the-gauge lighting/fiber optic needle) and the SPA digital gauges are VERY easy to read at night. #ad

 

[Shleets]

Ditto what John says. I spent 3-4 months looking at every gauge - day and night illumination. The VDO Vision most closely match the factory look. Back lit, greenish illumination with the bulb boot, and good quality.
www.egauges.com www.vdona.com

Good luck



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Mark Schlueter
2001, QC, 4x4, ETC, K&N, White sport package. Kodiak Sidewinder Steps (front and rear). Mag Hytec diff. cover. Wet Okole seat covers with Rams head logo. VDO Vision Gauges. Three hole "A" pillar mount from Geno's. Mag Hytec Trans pan on order.

 

[JR2]

Welcome to the wonderful world of Dodge Diesels. I have the SPA boost/egt dual gauge. There is a link to a picture of it in my signature at the end of this post. I bought mine from www.performancediesel.net I warn you that these are not cheap, but they are nice. Good luck with with what ever you decide on.

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John D. Rathert Jr.
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01 2500 SLT+ QC LWB 4x4 Auto 3. 54 rear end, Forrest Green Sport with all options avail. DC Nerf Bars, DC Grill Gard, DC mud flaps, Line-X bed liner, Leer 160XL Topper, Power Edge, EZ Edge, SPA Boost/EGT Gauge on pillar mount, DDT's torque converter - valve body combo, 275 RV injectors and Diesel Dynamics 4" Exhaust.
Airbox Mods, new turbo and SS fuel lines in planning stages... .

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[d90boy]

I like my vision series with green illumination too, they look great. Not to mention that VDO is who makes practically all the premium european car instrumentation. My only complaint is they only offer a 30lb. boost gauge, mine goes past 30 and pegs down at 6 o'clock. #ad


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2001 3500 QC 4X4 black sport, ETH & everything else except 4. 10s Properly valved, improperly pumped.

 

[Archive]

Originally posted by wydodgeitramit:
I am interested in getting a set of gauges. I was wondering who makes the best ones out there.

<font color=blue>Well in the racing industry Autometer is regarded as the "best" gauge. For our applications its all a matter of personal choice. I would suggest looking at all the different gauges and pick which ones you like best and go with those. Some people like digital, some people want it to match factory, some people just want neat lookin gauges, its all a matter of personal preference. I know there is a previous post with a bunch of websites listed for different gauges, I'll try to find that thread.

Gauge Websites THread

Check out that thread for some helpful info to start with. Also try AutoMeter<font size=-2>

[This message has been edited by KatDiesel (edited 01-22-2001). ]

 

[Whitmore]

Looks like the fellow ramers already got you tuned up on guages,just wanted to welcome you aboard,wow maybe wyo can form its own chapter now,population is soaring #ad
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Kevin 2001 eth dee

 

[RobbyRam]

I bought my gauges from "Geno's garage" (advertised in the TDR Mag. )
They are 'WestTach' gauges, and are used extensivley in airplanes. I sort of thought(as a former Air Force Tech) that instruments used in the air absolutely must have to be accurate. #ad

Anyway, I have their dual EGR/Turbo gauge and their transmission temp gauge.
They work very well, but, the lighting is, well,... it could be better, but to tell you the truth, after ther first week or two, the only time I look at the gauges is to see when to shut my engine off,... I have my gauge sending unit 'post-turbo' so I wait until the temp goes down to about 325 degrees.

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Bob in Sacramento, Y2K Black 3500 ISB 4x4 4:10 LSD,Auto,QC,SLT Laramie, Slightly BOMBED LB, Polished Stull Billet Grill & Fog inserts, Chrome Smitty-Built Step Rails, Mopar Chrome-Tipped Mud Flaps, A-Pillar mounted West-Tach Turbo/Pyro/Trans Temp gauges,Rancho 9000's set at '1',Diamond Plated Tool Box, OEM U. R. Bedliner + other stuff.
Fact:The First Fords' had 'DODGE' Engines! The new PSD's need them!

 

[Big A]

I second what KatDiesel said. Autometer are the best gauges in the market.
Big A

 

[FIGHT'N IRISH]

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Alright Gentleman, thank you for all your responses. I decided to go with the autometer and the a pillar setup... Purchased through a friend of a friend who has a radio shop. I'll let ya know how it goes when I'm done... . It will take me about six months #ad
but I'll let ya know. Once again thanks for all the info on the sight. . and let's be carefull out there #ad

 

[Cooker]

How about some comments on Autometers lighting. I had a 2 5/8" Autometer tach on the a pillar of another truck and wasn't impressed with the lighting. I will agree that Autometer makes a heck of a gauge.

Ryan

[This message has been edited by Cooker (edited 02-20-2001). ]