For the last 5 or so years I've been wondering about what is happening under the hood of my old 74 Chevy step side with 350 4B/350auto. Yes, I've come to be dependent on the signs of motoring relativity. i.e. Steam escaping form the radiator is a sure sign of overheating. The absences of oil on the engine oil dip stick is a good sign you need to add some oil.
To solve these mysteries, I would typically look at the dash gauges for signs of operation. Which leads us to the problem... I have non-functioning volt and water temp. gauges in my dash. Which makes me wonder about the reliability of my functioning oil pressure gauge. I recently purchase the Autogauge universal gauge set (2-5/8" diameter gauges) with these features.
Bezel Color: Black
Dial: Full sweep, short sweep
Diameter: 2.63 in.
Face Color: Black
Number Color: White
Electric, mechanical
Pointer Color: White
Range: Oil 0-100 psi ; Volt 10-16 V; Water Temp. 130-280 degrees F
ok... I'll admit I copied and pasted all that stuff/crap about features.
My point is... now I know more about what is happening under the hood. Gauge installation was easy and I used the existing grommet for the oil pressure gauge line. I did drill a hole in the gauge bracket to use existing screws for the unused ashe tray (actually, I keep some pencils and pens in there). I have no interior lighting so having the gauge lights on in the cab is an unexpected, but welcomed benefit.
Next... I have an old Autometer 3-1/2" tach. I just need some big ring clamps to get it clamped on to the steering column.
Deuce
BTW, I normally drive the truck about 6 miles/week. Just enough to keep it from being towed under city ordinances - I park in the street. Otherwise, the truck is used for pulling the jet-ski's to the lake or to the base on rainy days when riding the Harley is not the best decision.
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