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Dakota Digital HDX-78C-MC-S 78-88 G-Body HDX Instruments, Silver

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Dakota Digital HDX-78C-MC-S 78-88 G-Body HDX Instruments, Silver

Specifically designed for the 78-88 G-Body vehicles
Each needle hub is black nickel plated spun-aluminum to match the buttons
System allows the user to select independent illumination colors for the gauge readings and needles

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Silver

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$1,625.00

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Product Summary

El Camino, Malibu, Monte Carlo, Caballero, Silver

Specifically designed for the 78-88 G-Body vehicles
Each needle hub is black nickel plated spun-aluminum to match the buttons
System allows the user to select independent illumination colors for the gauge readings and needles
The dual screens will display just about any bit of information you want
Installation is greatly simplified due to the vehicle-harness sourced signals

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Key Specs

MFG. Part #	HDX-78C-MC-S
Gauge Series	Analog
Gauge Style	Electric
Gauge Set Design	Dash Cluster
Gauge Face Color	Silver

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Installation Details

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Installation Tips

Calibration and Use

Pushbutton Control

Dakota Digital instrument systems are programmed and operated by the push of a button. A two-sided rocker switch is included with each package; mount this switch in an easily accessible location when in the driving position. The rocker switch provides quick and consistent access to all functions, either in driving mode or while in the setup menu. Button-press feedback is available through the TFT Message Center or through the included buzzer. Once configured, this same switch is used to access the wealth of information located in the digital message centers.

Calibration

All calibration settings are handled through the included pushbutton switch or the remote Bluetooth app. While many calibration settings exist, the speedometer and fuel level are completed in most cases (unless GPS-50-2 is used, negating the need to calibrate the speedometer) through a few taps of the pushbuttons and a short test drive of the vehicle.

Dakota Digital HDX-78C-MC-S Details

1978-88 Chevrolet G Body cars with the six-round gauge clusters can also enjoy the perks of HDX! Not for the sweep-style cluster, this bolt-in package affords six analog readings, stock-location turn signals and a pair of TFT message centers. Use your stock housing, blackout plate and front bezel for a painless upgrade! Choose from Black or Silver Alloy face styling.

Available with your choice of black or silver alloy gauge-face styling, each HDX system allows the user to select independent illumination colors for the gauge readings and needles, as well as the message centers. Calibration and personal settings are manipulated with the built-in, capacitive-touch buttons, or the available Bluetooth app for Apple and Android devices. Each needle hub is black nickel plated spun-aluminum to match the buttons. All HDX instrument systems feature dead-faced indicators (turn signals, high beam, check engine, cruise control, parking brake, plus two user-definable), and a red, settable warning light for each gauge. With our central control box, installation is greatly simplified with vehicle-harness sourced signals and supplied, solid state sending units connecting cleanly to their respective terminal.

Bezel not included, shown for visual/presentation purposes
System uses OEM or reproduction style bezel
Will not fit rectangular sweep-style speedometer cluster
Silver alloy gauge-face
1978-88 Chevy Monte Carlo
1978-87 Chevy El Camino
1978-83 Chevy Malibu

Features

Lighting Technology

Colors

Over 30 user-selectable color options allow you to independently change the needle color, sweep color and digital TFT display color.

Brightness

Both daytime and nighttime brightness can be easily controlled through the HDX setup menu, allowing you to choose your preferred lighting intensity level, toggled by the activation of the headlight switch. If on-the-fly rotary type control is desired, the DIM-1 is a common accessory to add this functionality.

Themes

With 12 factory preset color themes, you can quickly create a beautiful looking system. Or, for the ultimate in customization, choose all of the color zones yourself.

Technology

Full LED backlighting provides a strikingly visual gauge package, with sharp contrast for ease of viewing both night and day. Full RBG backlighting allows you to create the specific color you want, with a unique daytime and nighttime theme if desired. Whether your goal is an OE look or something truly bold, the HDX Series lets you make that choice.

Included Sensors

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 GM style speedometer cables with a 10 ft harness. Sensor requires approximately 5" clearance extending between the cable drive output and any obstruction.

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.

Application

Analog Gauges

Speedometer

0 -160 MPH
Split scale provides resolution of a 120MPH speedometer, with a top end range of 160MPH

Tachometer

0- 8,000 RPM

Oil Pressure

0- 80 psi

Water Temperature

100- 260ºF

Fuel Level

E, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, F

Voltmeter

9- 17 VDC

Digital Message Centers

Standard Displays

Odometer (One-time user settable, Million Mile)
Dual (A/B) Trip Meter (0- 9,999.9)
Clock (12 hour)
Estimated Range/Miles to Empty

Performance Meters

0- 60 MPH Timer (0- 100 kmh)
1/4 and 1/8 mile time
1/4 and 1/8 end speed (trap speed)
High-speed recall
High RPM recall

Built-in Indicators

Indicators

Turn Signals (Left/ Right)
High Beam
Check Engine
Parking Brake
Cruise Control (On/On & Engaged when vehicle is equipped)
Gear Position (Optional GSS-2000 sensor required)
4 x 4 (When vehicle is equipped)
Wait to Start (When vehicle is equipped)
Two Auxiliary input indicators with user-programmable labels
Each analog gauge sweep contains a red LED indicator for quick notice of a warning condition (except speedometer)
**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.

Charts

Wiring and Setup Manual

Quick Start Manual

Mounting Manual

Guides & Documents

Gauge Sets Installation Instructions (365HDX78CMCS)

CA WARNING:

Can expose you to lead, a carcinogen and reproductive toxicant. See www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Dakota Digital HDX-78C-MC-S Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #	HDX-78C-MC-S
Brand	Dakota Digital
Gauge Series	Analog
Gauge Style	Electric
Gauge Set Design	Dash Cluster
Gauge Face Color	Silver

GENERAL
Sold in Quantity	Each
Notes	Will not fit rectangular sweep-style speedometer cluster, Not all OEM indicator lamp functions will be replaced
GTIN Code	670219122345
Number of Gauge Housings	1
Lighted	Yes
Lighting Type	LED
Light Color	Multicolor
Needle Color	User-Selectable
Mount Type	Uses Factory Hangers
Speedometer Included	Yes
Tachometer Included	Yes
Oil Pressure Gauge Included	Yes
Oil Temperature Gauge Included	No
Water Pressure Gauge Included	No
Water Temperature Gauge Included	Yes
Fuel Pressure Gauge Included	No
Fuel Level Gauge Included	Yes
Vacuum Gauge Included	No
Volt Gauge Included	Yes
Ammeter Gauge Included	No
Boost/Pyrometer Gauge Included	No
Exhaust Pressure Gauge Included	No
Odometer Gauge Included	Yes
Sending Unit	Includes Water Temperature Sender, Oil Pressure Sender, Speed Sender, and Control Box
Included Adapter/Fitting	Adapter bushings from 1/4" to 3/8" and 1/2" NPT, 12mm and 16mm x 1.31
Includes Tubing	No
Includes Mounting Bracket(s)	No
Hardware Included	No
Clock Included	Yes
Fuel Sender Included	No
Speed Sender Included	Yes
Oil Pressure Sender Included	Yes
Turn Signals Included	Yes
Includes Wire Harness	Yes
Bezel Included	No

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Fitment

1978-1987 Chevy El Camino

1978-1983 Chevy Malibu

1978-1988 Chevy Monte Carlo

1978-1987 GMC Caballero