Replacement gauges for 1947 WC

[dgrinnan]

Has anyone used the Dolphin replacement gauge cluster for their 41-47 Dodge 1/2 ton?  It appears it comes with everything needed to convert.  New fuel sending unit, electric heat sensor and oil pressure sensor.  I was confused by the pics of the back of speedometer.  It looks electronic?  Is it a GPS speedometer?  I plan to call them this morning when they open with technical questions like a 6V system.  I need to ask them if they support 6V.  I also need to better understand the use of a voltage gauge as opposed to an amp gauge. I also noticed if I order directly from them the cost $140.  I also found them listed on Amazon, Ebay and other resellers for more than twice that price?  Do these resellers actually get people to pay $300-$450 for an item you can buy direct for $140? Did you have any trouble installing or getting them to work correctly? Any reviews/feedback would be appreciated.

 

 

Edited December 10, 2021 by dgrinnan

[47 dodge 1.5 ton]

Looks like a nice set, wish the speedometer was 80 mph though. I wonder how well that works in remote areas where my phone looses service?

[dgrinnan]

GPS Speedometers don't require a cell phone signal.  They work off of a multiple satellite signals and work anywhere.  I use a GPS speedometer app on my cell phone for my 54 Chevy 1/2 ton  and it works great even with no phone signal.  I missing the oil/temp gauge from my truck and they are impossible to find in working order or they require a small fortune..  

Edited December 10, 2021 by dgrinnan

[dgrinnan]

I just figured out the big price difference.  What I was looking at was just the housing to hold the gauges.  No gauges included for $140.  I did find an Ebay shop that sells the complete set for $280.  You have options for the speedometer.  Mechanical, GPS or electric.  They do not support the original 6v system.

Edited December 10, 2021 by dgrinnan

[Young Ed]

53 minutes ago, dgrinnan said:

GPS Speedometers don't require a cell phone signal.  They work off of a multiple satellite signals and work anywhere.  I use a GPS speedometer app on my cell phone for my 54 Chevy 1/2 ton  and it works great even with no phone signal.  I missing the oil/temp gauge from my truck and they are impossible to find in working order or they require a small fortune..  

The oil gauge should be easy to find. The temp gauge can be repaired. There is a DIY solution or places to rebuild. 

[billrigsby]

4 hours ago, Young Ed said:

places to rebuild. 

 

 

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