1960-63 Chevy Pickup Truck VHX Instruments
1960 1961 1962 1963
from Dakota Digital
VHX-60C-PU
For Chevy Truck enthusiasts, the curvy lines
of this model made it an instant classic just begging for modern
upgrades like the VHX Series.
Often overlooked by builders, the 1960-63 Chevy trucks feature a wide-open instrument housing just asking to be filled with today's best technology. These instrument systems bring six analog readouts plus twin LCD message centers for the utmost in driver awareness all the while making use of the stock bezel to bring the classic hauler up to speed! Does not fit same-year GMC.
Fully lit needles, backlit faces, and highly
visible LCD message centers are a few of the things that you can see
which set the VHX Series apart from yesterday’s traditional approach to
instrumentation. A few of the features which you don’t normally see are
the micro-controlled precision stepper motors, solid state sensors for
unparalleled accuracy, and user-customizable display feedback, all
supported by an unrivaled limited lifetime warranty which has become the
standard for Dakota Digital instrumentation systems. Completely
engineered and manufactured at their facility in Sioux Falls, South
Dakota, the VHX Series has completely revolutionized the instrumentation
industry!
* Does not fit GMC Models
Bezel is NOT included, fits into stock bezel.
VHX System Includes:
Analog Gauges
Speedometer - 0-160 MPH (optional metric version 0-255 kmh)
Tachometer - 0-8000 RPM
Oil Pressure - 0-80 psi
Water Temperature - 100-260ºF (optional metric version 40-120ºC)
Fuel Level - E, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, F
Voltmeter - 9-17 VDC
Lighting - Back lit technology is popular with performance
instrumentation due to precise lighting allowing you see what
is truly important when you really need it at a quick glance. Each
number, tick mark, annunciator, needle, indicator and digital message
center is lit by a series of LEDs behind the gauge face.
Digital Message Center
Standard Displays:
Odometer (One time user settable, Million Mile)
Dual (A/B) Trip Meter (0-9,999.9)
Clock (12 hour)
Performance Meters:
0-60 MPH Timer (0-100 kmh)
1/4 mile time
1/4 mile end speed (trap speed)
High speed recall
High RPM recall
Gauges:
Speedometer (0-255 MPH / KM/H)
Tachometer (0-9,990 RPM)
Oil Pressure (0-100 psi displayed in 1 psi increments)
Water Temperature (100-300ºF / 40-150ºC displayed in 1ºF/ºC increments)
Voltmeter (9-17 VDC)
Fuel Level (0-99% full)
Lighting:
Auto-contrasting LCD display for optimal view in the brightest of sunlight.
LED backlit at night to match/complete the look at night.
Built-In Indicators
Turn Signals (Left/ Right)
High Beam
Check Engine
Parking Brake
Cruise Control (On/ On & Engaged when vehicle is equipped)
Gear Position (Optional GSS-2000 sensor required, sold separately)
4 x 4 (When vehicle is equipped)
Wait to Start (When vehicle is equipped)
Included Sensors:
Water Temperature - 1/8" NPT, ground isolated sensor with a 10 ft harness.
Oil Pressure - 1/8" NPT solid state sensor with a 10 ft harness.
Cable Drive Speed Sensor/Generator - Replaces GM style speedometer cables with a 10 ft harness (Tremec and Ford style adapters available upon request).
Bushings - Each kit comes with 1/8" to 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" NPT bushings along with bushings for 12mm and 16mm x 1.5 threads.
Calibration
Pushbutton - Dakota Digital instruments are programmed and
operated by the push of a button. Simply mount the included
pushbuttons supplied with your gauges in a convenient and easily
accessible location. These buttons are used to calibrate your
speedometer, set the cylinder count and the fuel level gauge. Once
properly configured these same buttons are used to access the wealth of
information located in the Digital Message Centers.
More
info about this system and pics are available below. This listing is
for ONE VHX gauge system with your choice of style and backlighting
color. Please let us know your options when you make your purchase.
Metric system (KM/H and degrees Celsius) is available as a custom option (no additional cost) but may take 4-8 weeks to build.
VHX-60C-PU with CARBON FIBER style and BLUE display (bezel is NOT included):
VHX-60C-PU with CARBON FIBER style and RED display (bezel is NOT included):
VHX-60C-PU with SILVER ALLOY style and BLUE display (bezel is NOT included):
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VHX-60C-PU with SILVER ALLOY style and RED display (bezel is NOT included):
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VHX-60C-PU with BLACK ALLOY ALLOY style and BLUE display (bezel is NOT included):
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VHX-60C-PU with BLACK ALLOY ALLOY style and RED display (bezel is NOT included):
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VHX-60C-PU with BLACK ALLOY ALLOY style and WHITE display (bezel is NOT included):
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