Re: [Chevelle-list] GAUGES

[Dale]

In the past, mechanical gauges were the way to go but electric models have come a long way and are reportedly just as accurate. Electricals are also generally easier to install simply because of the wiring; it can be run through almost any existing hole in the firewall. Only real drawback I can see is the sending units ‘generally’ are specific to the mfg of the gauge and can leave you without a working gauge if one does go bad.   Many people don’t like the idea of running an oil line inside the car because they ‘may’ break spewing hot oil all over the interior.  Myself, I’ve run mechanical oil gauges for 30+ years and never had one leak or break inside the car.  I also like the mechanical water temp gauge because you ALWAYS know the water temp, don’t have to turn the ignition on to find out.  Disadvantage to mechanical water is if the gauge or bulb go bad, you have to replace the entire sealed unit.  I also like mechanical because they generally offer a 270 degree sweep face although electrical units are beginning to offer that style but in limited faces and more expensive.   Bottom line, matter of choice and convenience. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD now available! ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jimmy C. Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2006 11:11 AM To: Chevelle Forum Subject: [Chevelle-list] GAUGES   I'm getting ready to purchase a dash insert with a gauge cluster for my 72 malibu that presantly has  sweeper speedometer,and I was wondering what kind of gauge is better? mechanical or electric and which do you think would be easier to install? thank you, Jimmy.C