Clock removal-gauge replacement

bucketman · 12-23-2009, 10:29 PM

Has anyone removed the clock and replaced it yet with a gauge? If so is there a write up on how to remove the clock? I have searched but can't find anything. I am looking to put an oil pressure gauge in, possibly swap to a boost gauge after the car is FI.

Modshack · 12-24-2009, 11:07 AM

I know Lou (Fusz) was doing this with a Defi gauge. I don't think he actually did it himself, and not sure his car is back from the turbo install for pics (which I have requested)

FuszNissan · 12-24-2009, 11:13 AM

It's not finished yet, waiting on a line form Goodridge. I am replacing the cluster with all DeFi gauges. It will have Boost, Oil Temp, and EGT Temp. All amber and 60mm gauges. When it's complete I will post some pics I promise Mod. All ran by a DeFi Link controller.
Should be fun.

Modshack · 12-24-2009, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FuszNissan

When it's complete I will post some pics I promise Mod. All ran by a DeFi Link controller.
Should be fun.

Looking forward to seeing it!...

The Defi Link set-up is really nice..

bullitt5897 · 12-24-2009, 12:55 PM

I will be replacing mine as well

I will post an update in Jan when my install starts for my TT

G Fo12ce · 12-25-2009, 12:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FuszNissan

It's not finished yet, waiting on a line form Goodridge. I am replacing the cluster with all DeFi gauges. It will have Boost, Oil Temp, and EGT Temp. All amber and 60mm gauges. When it's complete I will post some pics I promise Mod. All ran by a DeFi Link controller.
Should be fun.

Fusz,

Do those hoods on top of the gauges to sheild them from glare come off? Can they be reused on the DEFI gauges.

MightyBobo · 12-25-2009, 06:20 AM

From having to fiddle with mine, they almost seemed like they were only on there with double sided tape, so I wouldnt doubt it lol.

G Fo12ce · 12-25-2009, 06:30 PM

Lol I see, well that's good they are reuseable. Could be all naturale adhesive, boogers!!!

spearfish25 · 03-07-2010, 05:23 PM

Has anyone done this yet? I'd love a DIY.

CBRich · 03-07-2010, 08:22 PM

I believe Altered Atmosphere did it on Lou's car, correct?

vipor · 03-07-2010, 08:38 PM

I wonder how hard it would be to swap out a gauge after the initial install. Say I want to replace the gauges now, but later (when appropriate) add a boost gauge.

theDreamer · 03-07-2010, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CBRich

I believe Altered Atmosphere did it on Lou's car, correct?

Yep, they swapped all three out, they said they were going to post of some pictures of some info on what they did but no info yet.

NYBladeZ · 03-07-2010, 08:50 PM

I don't believe there is a write up but it has been done using Defi gauges

DIGItonium · 03-07-2010, 10:04 PM

From what I was told, it requires removal of the entire dash to get to the center cluster. Unlike the 370Z, the 350Z was much more straight forward.

kdoske · 03-07-2010, 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DIGItonium

From what I was told, it requires removal of the entire dash to get to the center cluster. Unlike the 370Z, the 350Z was much more straight forward.

I remember reading the same thing. They said they had to pretty much remove the entire front dash to get them in. Sounds like it might have to be a weekend project.

12-23-2009, 10:29 PM	#1 (permalink)
bucketman Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Prairieville,LA Posts: 306 Drives: 09 Nismo 370Z MB Rep Power: 16	Clock removal-gauge replacement Has anyone removed the clock and replaced it yet with a gauge? If so is there a write up on how to remove the clock? I have searched but can't find anything. I am looking to put an oil pressure gauge in, possibly swap to a boost gauge after the car is FI.

12-24-2009, 11:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
Modshack A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greenville NC Posts: 2,883 Drives: 370Z Sport Rep Power: 977	I know Lou (Fusz) was doing this with a Defi gauge. I don't think he actually did it himself, and not sure his car is back from the turbo install for pics (which I have requested) __________________ Steal my car! (SOLD)...Now Porsche Cayman S Oil Cooler DIY: Here!

12-24-2009, 11:13 AM	#3 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 543	It's not finished yet, waiting on a line form Goodridge. I am replacing the cluster with all DeFi gauges. It will have Boost, Oil Temp, and EGT Temp. All amber and 60mm gauges. When it's complete I will post some pics I promise Mod. All ran by a DeFi Link controller. Should be fun. __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

12-24-2009, 12:55 PM	#5 (permalink)
bullitt5897 Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: North GA Posts: 6,831 Drives: Twin Turbo Z34 Rep Power: 3683	I will be replacing mine as well I will post an update in Jan when my install starts for my TT __________________ *Shop Cars: 2013 318whp Nismo VspecII 370z SOLD, 2009 1000hp+ 93oct 4.0L TT 370z Fast Intentions STAGE 4 #054*

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MightyBobo A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 8,465 Drives: No cars; only bikes Rep Power: 53	From having to fiddle with mine, they almost seemed like they were only on there with double sided tape, so I wouldnt doubt it lol. __________________ I don't own a car anymore.

12-25-2009, 06:30 PM	#8 (permalink)
G Fo12ce Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 996 Drives: Sold! Rep Power: 52	Lol I see, well that's good they are reuseable. Could be all naturale adhesive, boogers!!! __________________ Nismo Suspension: New Owners Check Here!

03-07-2010, 05:23 PM	#9 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1857	Has anyone done this yet? I'd love a DIY. __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

03-07-2010, 08:22 PM	#10 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 545	I believe Altered Atmosphere did it on Lou's car, correct?

03-07-2010, 08:38 PM	#11 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	I wonder how hard it would be to swap out a gauge after the initial install. Say I want to replace the gauges now, but later (when appropriate) add a boost gauge. __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

03-07-2010, 08:50 PM	#13 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 21	I don't believe there is a write up but it has been done using Defi gauges __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

03-07-2010, 10:04 PM	#14 (permalink)
DIGItonium A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 3,800 Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT Rep Power: 43	From what I was told, it requires removal of the entire dash to get to the center cluster. Unlike the 370Z, the 350Z was much more straight forward. __________________

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