Guage pods

g36 monkey · Dec 1, 2008

So i have the "new edge" mustang, and I was thinking about taking the dash from an older mustang with the clockpod thing, and putting a couple of gauges in it.

is this a direct fit?
and is this a feasible project.

always thought guages in the center looked cool, and im sure at least one of you has done it.

also, what year mustangs had these nifty pods?

thanks for all your help guys.
sorry im constantly trying to suck knowledge from you :dontknow:

Paul · Dec 1, 2008

What year is your car? What does your dash/center console setup look like now?

g36 monkey · Dec 1, 2008

my car is a 99.

here is what it looks like

if you need more pics let me know

destructo · Dec 1, 2008

94-97 has the clock. I wouldn't bother with it. Too much of a hassle.

g36 monkey · Dec 1, 2008

you really think so?

96sohc · Dec 1, 2008

Step 1: Remove factory CD deck
Step 2: Purchase head unit with CD player
Step 3: Install gauges in now vacant slot
Step 4:
Step 5: Enjoy.

Paul · Dec 2, 2008

Here you go man. I had a small batch of these billet gauge plates made, and a few folks on this forum have bought them. The feedback has been awesome so far, and I think you'd really like it.

http://sn95forums.com/index.php?topic=31398.0

Paul.

96sohc · Dec 2, 2008

While we're on it....
How are you securing the gauges in the bezel? The backings that came with the gauges I bought with autometer won't work because all of the gauges are too close to each other, it won't fit around the individual gauge.

Paul · Dec 2, 2008

The plates that I have space the gauges far apart enough that they all fit with the stock plastic retainers behind them. The fit and finish is perfect. Check the thread link I posted, and there's another thread link in there that shows my install.

94 DropTop · Dec 2, 2008

I have one in my car but if you dont have the hole already in your dash i dont think it would be worth the trouble.

g36 monkey · Dec 2, 2008

thanks for all the help guys.

looks like a fairly simple project

Paul · Dec 2, 2008

Let me know if you want one. I have five left and then they're gone for good.

eliyarbrough · Dec 2, 2008

For Xmas, I'm getting a Steering Wheel Gauge Pod. I will stick an AutoMeter NV Fuel Level Gauge in it. That stock gauge drives me bonkers! I live in a town where they rip you off on gas prices!! I don't run it down that low. I want a better gauge of where I'm @ though. I messed up one day & forgot to get gas in my car. The next town was like 25 miles away. It was below E. When I filled up, still only held about 12.? gallons. It my be a stupid buy, that's me though!!