Gauge mounts
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Laughing Gas
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From: Carbondale, CO
Gauge mounts
I'm putting pyro, boost, trans gauges in my 02 truck, and trying to decide on "A" pillar, or an overhead console. I have searched and came up with a couple pro/cons and thought I'd ask you all. What are your likes/dislikes of either mount? How does the overhead mount to vehicle, is it anchored solid, rear view mirror clearance issues...? Thanks for you input.
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From: Sterling Heights,Mi
Never even thought of a overhead.. I went to the pillar type.. good luck with you choices.. just remeber, it is your truck.. do what makes you happy, just make sure you are able to see the gauges with out working to hard..
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I just got my pillar pods installed with Trans, EGT, Boost gauges. I had Boost and EGT in my 98 Dodge Ram 2500 previously. My 2 cents worth, gauges are meant to be seen...they're meant to be monitored. Putting them overhead seems to me to be a distraction while driving as you take your eyes off the road to look up to the gauges. Seems to me to be a little more natural, and quick, to glance at the pillar and back to the road. Like I said...just a couple cents.
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I have mine in the pillar. I really like the look, and they are very easy to see. The only negative that I have noticed is that the pillar did increase the blindspot on that side of the windshield.
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Pillar is good - gives you visual right there .. the pod "bolts" on outside your stock A Pillar. Overheads work great too. It uses STRONG velcro to mount to the windshield. I made one for below the dash too . .here are mine :
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I have a 4 hole A-Pillar and like the placement and the look. I agree with the added blind spot but I drive East in the morning and West in the late afternoon/evening and sometimes it actually helps shield the sun. You get used to it pretty quick and then it is easiest to read from that location.
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On my Mustang, I had a routed the lighting to my dimming switch so that I could turn down all the lights when need be. Is this not common on the truck installs?
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I would prefer it to have a seperate switch though (keeping the dash/instrument panel lit while the guages lights are off).
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Any reason why? I would assume driving at night but at the same time wouldn't you still want to see them?
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Just don't get a gage set that is blinding... 
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Hopefully there is a set that can be very dim. I am sure I will be getting with you when the time comes.
