Date:         Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:56:32 -0400
Reply-To:     Hector Zapata <hlzapata@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Hector Zapata <hlzapata@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Revised dash layouts, incorporating a GTI gauge cluster
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Hi, Greg. I have a Subaru three- gauge cluster in my van, with white VDO
gauges. It looks something like this:


http://www.rallysportdirect.com/shop/autometer-wrxsti-triple-meter-dash-gauge-pod-p-621.html

For the oil temp the VDO sender for a bug works fine, it replaces the drain
plug in our vans. If you want to run a coolant temp, what I did was drill
and tap the coolant distribution tower, carefully, of course. Mine's been
holding on for close to a decade now. For oil pressure:
http://www.bus-boys.com/bbvdo.htm#pressure
and http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=367716 and
37031&highlight=oil+sender.

Good luck.

Héctor
1990 Carat 'Ursula'



Sent: Saturday, September 12, 2009 7:09:17 PM
>> Subject: Revised dash layouts, incorporating a GTI gauge cluster
>>
>> Hi Volks,
>>
>> I have a 1985 cabriolet that I am letting go, and I am thinking that the
>> gauage cluster would help me keep tabs on the waterboxer. The cluster
>> includes VDO gauges for oil temp, oil pressure and a voltmeter. I have
>> these installed on my baywindow and they are VERY helpful.
>>
>> Anyone have any pointers on how to install these? On my baywindow I was
>> able to install a similar set right into the dash below the radio, but
>> the Vanagon doesn't have that space available. No point reinventing the
>> wheel if someone else has already come up with the perfect solution...
>>
>> Happy Trails,
>>
>> Greg Potts
>> 1973/74/79 Westfakia "Bob the Tomato"
>> 1987 Wolfsburg Weekender Hardtop
>> www.busesofthecorn.com
>> www.pottsfamily.ca
>>
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