Aftermarket Thermometer/Compass?
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Aftermarket Thermometer/Compass?
I have a 2008 F-250 XL and although I love the simplicity of the truck, the one feature I'm missing the most is a thermometer/compass on truck. Between the winters here in Colorado and off-roading in the Rocky Mountains, I would like a very basic device.
In fact, my handheld GPS and cell phone has compass-capabilities, so the exterior temperature gauge is what I'm mostly interested in finding. I've done quite a bit of research and it seems that everyone on FTE usually resorts to installing a digital rear-view mirror -- but I would rather avoid this option and install a very basic dash-mounted thermometer with an external sensor. Ideally, i would like to find one that is backlit and can be hardwired into the truck's power supply.
I know this sounds like a simple request, but I am having a surprisingly difficult time finding one.
Does anyone have a device like this or know where I could find one?
In fact, my handheld GPS and cell phone has compass-capabilities, so the exterior temperature gauge is what I'm mostly interested in finding. I've done quite a bit of research and it seems that everyone on FTE usually resorts to installing a digital rear-view mirror -- but I would rather avoid this option and install a very basic dash-mounted thermometer with an external sensor. Ideally, i would like to find one that is backlit and can be hardwired into the truck's power supply.
I know this sounds like a simple request, but I am having a surprisingly difficult time finding one.
Does anyone have a device like this or know where I could find one?
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I have one very similar to this but from Peterbilt It fits in just like a regular gauge. It's iowa80 which has aftermarket items for semi's. $93.00
http://www.iowa80.com/DirectionsWEB/...es/l203345.jpg
http://www.iowa80.com/DirectionsWEB/...es/l203345.jpg
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I have one very similar to this but from Peterbilt It fits in just like a regular gauge. It's iowa80 which has aftermarket items for semi's. $93.00
http://www.iowa80.com/DirectionsWEB/...es/l203345.jpg
http://www.iowa80.com/DirectionsWEB/...es/l203345.jpg
If I had a guess... Maybe ebay.
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look for a **** towing mirror. they were the factory rear view mirrors in gm cars.
amazon had the best price. I put one in my 2000 f250. has built in temp/compass and 2 reading lights. very simple to install
amazon had the best price. I put one in my 2000 f250. has built in temp/compass and 2 reading lights. very simple to install
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I have used the **** mirror in 3 trucks over the last 12 years. the guy i sold the last truck to is still driving it and the mirror is still working( that mirror was in 2 different trucks).
I would no hesitate to purchase it again , and it looks factory.
YMMV
I would no hesitate to purchase it again , and it looks factory.
YMMV
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Found you one.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/12-Volt-Digital-Car-Clock-F-Thermometer-Voltage-Gauge-Automotive-Meter-Blue-LED-/350881840636?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item51b22ffdfc&vxp=mtr
Sean
http://www.ebay.com/itm/12-Volt-Digital-Car-Clock-F-Thermometer-Voltage-Gauge-Automotive-Meter-Blue-LED-/350881840636?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item51b22ffdfc&vxp=mtr
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You could always purchase a Scangauge and use the intake air temperature as an indication of the outside air. That is what I use on my 2005 F150 XL. It is usually within a few degrees when driving, when at idle at a stoplight it will be off but nevertheless it will give you an indication of the outside air temperature.
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