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Suggestions for gauges for my GT tribute |
jhynesrockmtn |
Jan 17 2021, 11:22 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 420 Joined: 13-June 16 From: spokane wa Member No.: 20,100 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I'm in the process of prepping this GT tribute for some vintage race events and DE. It was built and used in CA previously for autox and time trial events.
It was built using a 914-6 donor car, so it has the dash of a factory euro 6 from what I can tell. Notice Speedo in KPH. The gauges do seem to function although the tach is in need of some love and for my use I want to make sure I'm getting accurate temps and oil pressure. I'd also like to add a fuel gauge as I have the factory sending unit in my fuel cell. Do I put new gauges in the pod or leave it and add some gauges elsewhere on the dash? I do want to preserve as much of the factory look as possible. |
mepstein |
Jan 17 2021, 11:41 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,309 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Make the press/temp gauge into a triple/904 gauge
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Racer |
Jan 17 2021, 12:05 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 787 Joined: 25-August 03 From: Northern Virginia Member No.: 1,073 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Looks like the OP has a regular 911 Oil Temp/Pressure gage? The combo one posted by mepstein is nicer though. For my 914/4, I had oil temp and oil pressure gages (small, VDO gages) in a bracket where the ashtray was. Nice line of sight location imho. Others would argue that race cars don't need speedos (except for pit lane limiters) so you could consider replacing that with something else.
You'll likely have to ditch that cheap foam padding for some more modern dual density padding on your rollcage ( something like this? https://www.ogracing.com/collections/car-roll-bar-padding ) - read your rulebook for what is required |
jhynesrockmtn |
Jan 17 2021, 03:46 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 420 Joined: 13-June 16 From: spokane wa Member No.: 20,100 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Make the press/temp gauge into a triple/904 gauge Period and GT correct I'll take a look at that option, thanks. I assume Hollywood speedo and similar would be the right places to connect with. I don't know that I'd convert mine but could tuck it away and get one done. |
jhynesrockmtn |
Jan 17 2021, 03:50 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 420 Joined: 13-June 16 From: spokane wa Member No.: 20,100 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Looks like the OP has a regular 911 Oil Temp/Pressure gage? The combo one posted by mepstein is nicer though. For my 914/4, I had oil temp and oil pressure gages (small, VDO gages) in a bracket where the ashtray was. Nice line of sight location imho. Others would argue that race cars don't need speedos (except for pit lane limiters) so you could consider replacing that with something else. You'll likely have to ditch that cheap foam padding for some more modern dual density padding on your rollcage ( something like this? https://www.ogracing.com/collections/car-roll-bar-padding ) - read your rulebook for what is required Separate gauges is another good option and I'll look at that. Has anyone done both as a fail safe and to add another option in the cockpit? All the old padding is coming out. I'll be inspecting the cage and repainting it. |
GregAmy |
Jan 17 2021, 04:34 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,311 Joined: 22-February 13 From: Middletown CT Member No.: 15,565 Region Association: North East States |
When I'm prepping a race car, I minimize what The Monkey has to do aside from driving the car. Minimal visual interruptions.
I like the triple-gauge setup: easy, period correct, and you can wax pencil some norm operating lines on the glass and not worry aboutmucking up the gauge. I don't like the idea of "extra backup" gauges. Too many things to manage. Yours either work or they don't. And if they don't work, then make them work. However, I do like the idea of hidden data acq somewhere, with engine parameters input. This way you can download and review logs - in the paddock - for potential problems occuring at times when you may not be watching the gauges (which is almost "always".) BTW, for anyone suddenly getting the vapors on my calling the driver The Monkey, do note that I drive the cars I build, too. I got more important things to worry about than monitoring gauges. My strategy is to put one big red shiny flashy light in front my my face and config anything to turn it on when it's time to park the car. I can review data later for trends. This ain't LeMans, you know... |
sixnotfour |
Jan 18 2021, 04:46 PM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 10,433 Joined: 12-September 04 From: Life Elevated..planet UT. Member No.: 2,744 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Factory
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infraredcalvin |
Mar 26 2021, 07:38 PM
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Distracted Member Group: Members Posts: 1,524 Joined: 25-August 08 From: Ladera Ranch, CA Member No.: 9,463 Region Association: Southern California |
When I'm prepping a race car, I minimize what The Monkey has to do aside from driving the car. Minimal visual interruptions. I like the triple-gauge setup: easy, period correct, and you can wax pencil some norm operating lines on the glass and not worry aboutmucking up the gauge. I don't like the idea of "extra backup" gauges. Too many things to manage. Yours either work or they don't. And if they don't work, then make them work. However, I do like the idea of hidden data acq somewhere, with engine parameters input. This way you can download and review logs - in the paddock - for potential problems occuring at times when you may not be watching the gauges (which is almost "always".) BTW, for anyone suddenly getting the vapors on my calling the driver The Monkey, do note that I drive the cars I build, too. I got more important things to worry about than monitoring gauges. My strategy is to put one big red shiny flashy light in front my my face and config anything to turn it on when it's time to park the car. I can review data later for trends. This ain't LeMans, you know... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I have a big red light too, you’d be amazed how many drivers ask me what it’s for and why I have???? |
Bleyseng |
May 13 2021, 12:19 PM
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Aircooled Baby! Group: Members Posts: 13,035 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Seattle, Washington (for now) Member No.: 24 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I like the standard “factory” look with a oil pressure and temp combo gauge cuz thats all you need plus a gas gauge in the radio spot
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