Digital & Analog Gauge System VHX Series 1971 - 1973 - Dakota Digital

Digital & Analog Gauges System, VHX Series, 1971-1973 Mustang, Without Bezel

DOES NOT INCLUDE BEZEL. Use original or reproduction bezel like part # 644.

Thanks to several high-profile builds, the 1971-73 Mustang is gaining ground in the hot rodding community. Put yourself on top of the wave with fresh new instrumentation fitted to the stock gauge bezel and housing. Six analog gauge readouts plus an analog clock play host to dual LCD message centers capable of displaying plenty of information. Solid-state sensors are supplied, making this system an obvious choice when upgrading the drivetrain!

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!

Not sure what gauge series you want to go with? No problem! Head on over to our comparison page here to get a side-by-side look at the different Dakota Digital gauge series.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Speedometer (Analog): 0 - 160 MPH (optional metric version 0- 255 KMH)
• Tachometer (Analog): 0 - 8,000 RPM
• Oil Pressure (Analog): 0 - 80 psi
• Water Temperature (Analog): 100 - 260 F (optional metric version 40- 120 C)
• Fuel Level (Analog): E, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, F
• Voltmeter: 9- 17 VDC
• Lighting (Analog): 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.
• Standard Displays (Digital Message Center): Odometer (One time user settable, Million Mile); Dual (A/B) Trip Meter (0- 9,999.9); Clock (12 hour)
• Performance Meters (Digital Message Center): 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 (Digital Message Center): Speedometer (0- 255 MPH/kmh); Tachometer (0- 9,900 RPM); Oil Pressure (0-100 psi displayed in 1 psi increments); Water Temperature (100- 300ºF/ 40- 150ºC displayed in 1 ºF/ºC increments); Voltmeter (9- 17 VDC); Fuel Level (0-99% full)
• Lighting (Digital Message Center): 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-3000 sensor required); 4 x 4 (When vehicle is equipped); Wait to Start (When vehicle is equipped); Not all OEM indicator lamp functions will be replaced.; If additional indicators are desired within the new instrument system, consider repurposing any unused indicators to suit your application.;
• Included Sensors: Temp Sender; Oil Pressure; Speed Sender
• 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 Driven Speed Sensor/ Generator: Replaces Ford and/ or GM style speedometer cables with a 10 ft harness. Sensor requires approximately 5" clearance extending between the cable drive output and any obstruction. Part # 130011 (sold separately) allows for relocation of the pulse generator when additional clearance is required.
• 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.
• Control Box Dimensions: 5.5" x 3.5"x 1"
• 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.

FITMENT:

• 1971 - 1973 Mustang

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTE: Please contact Dakota Digital directly for technical support

INSTRUCTION FILES:
Wiring & Setup Manual
Quick Start Manual
Mounting Manual

Which extras items that are not included with this kit does Dakota Digital recommend that you consider?

Because Dakota Digital includes the required sensors for the Oil Pressure, Water Temperature and Speedometer with all its RTX, HDX, VHX and VFD instrument systems, in many cases no additional parts will be required. However, you may wish to consider the following optional items:

GSS-3000 - Universal Gear Position Sensor:All Instrument packages contain a gear shift indicator display allowing the transmission gear position (Park, Reverse, etc.) to be shown within the message center. The GSS-3000 accommodates automatic transmissions with 2- 4 forward gears and enjoys a simple and straightforward installation.
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DIM-1 - Light Dimming KnobAlthough Dakota Digital instrument systems are programmable for both day and night intensity levels, the DIM-1 will allow rotary, or on-the-fly brightness adjustment added convenience.
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BIM-17-2 - Compass w/ Outside Temperature ModuleThe Dakota Digital BIM-17-2 makes it easy to add compass and outside air temperature information to your VFD/ VHX/HDX/ RTX instrument system. Readouts are visible in the instrument system's message centers; sending units and mounting hardware included.
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IMPORTANT SHIPPING TIME NOTE: If out of stock at our facilities, your Dakota Digital gauges may be made to order by Dakota Digital. Please allow additional shipping time. Below is an estimate depending on the series.
- VFD series: 4-6 weeks
- VHX, HDX, RTX: Up to 18-20 weeks
The above times are estimates, and if you are ordering an out of stock gauge set, we will do our best to contact you with a more precise lead time. In many cases it can ship sooner, but those are estimates provided directly by Dakota Digital.