Omega Kustom Avant 5-Gauge Set, Electric Speedometer, 3-3/8 Inch

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The 1930s were a wondrous time for automotive design, due almost entirely to a trend that was set off at the 1933-34 "Century of Progress" Chicago Worlds Fair. The iconic style of mid-30's cars like the Buick 6, Oldsmobile Club Coupe, and the Lincoln-Zephyr V12 is known as Streamline Moderne, or "Art Deco in Motion". The concept of machines was changing from rhythmic gear turning to smooth motion, design was becoming less about pure functionality and more about simplicity, economy, and aesthetics. Designers were quickly learning about clean, graceful design and starting to get rid of useless protruberances and ugly corners. For the first time ever, these designs were not only available to the upper class, but they were also available in mass-produced and affordable everyday products for the home, the office, or the road. This new approach to design was uniquely American and helped give the public optimism by associating with progress and a better life during difficult times. All of a sudden, an average consumer was being offered smart detailing that was both functional and appealing in design. From the simple and clear instrumentation of a Chevrolet to the bold design of an Oldsmobile, a person's car was now the ultimate personal accessory - desirable for all aspects, including speed, luxury, practicality, and design. Your car was the ultimate expression of your taste and the manufacturer's engineering prowess. All too quickly, however, automobile production was halted for World War II. When production resumed design was taken down a different path, leaving us with a short period of stylish, optimistic cars to drool over.

This history of economic and aesthetic functionality inspired every bit of the Avant family of gauges. All gauges are perimeter lit, flooding the gauge with light that reflects off of the case sides to flow all around the dial. In addition, backlit numbers allow for hi-definition viewing at night. All bezels are made from hand-polished stainless steel, not chrome, for a durable finish that meets marine salt corrosion specifications. All lenses are made from glass for ultimate clarity. Every gauge is also watertight from the front. The Avant line is a uniquely durable and accurate product, while the design is a perfect match for your ride's art deco theme.

Specs

Durability and Functionality Specifications

Calibration:

• Accurate to within 2% of full scale

Operating Temperature:

• -4°F to 185°F

Extreme Voltage:

• 11.5-16 VDC

Overvoltage:

• 28 VDC for 5 minutes
• 18 VDC for 60 minutes

Reverse Polarity:

• Can withstand reversed polarity indefinitely without damage or loss of accuracy

Shock:

• 50 G +/- 2G and a half-sine duration of 11+/-2 min per MIL-STD-202, Method 213

Vibration:

• 4 G peak, 10 to 2000 Hz SAE 1455 Appendix A

Salt Spray/Corrosion:

• B117-73 Front ios corrosion-resistant per ASTM b117-73

Weather Resistance:

• Sealed from water leakage from front at 30 PSI

Warranties

Two year manufacturer’s warranty for the product to be free of defects. Product must be submitted by end user with proof of purchase to Speedway Motors. Subject to inspection of proper use and install, defective product will be repaired or replaced.  No warranty on labor or any consequential damages caused by a failure of warrantied product.

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Avant Gauges Instructions (PDF)

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