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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 03:16 PM
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So over xnas I procured a prime 4x4 diy switch with gauge panel. Any thoughts as to what gauge I should install. I am prewiring the switches to a distribution block and want to setup the gauge now as well.

Future add ons will be an on board compressor and hopefully air lockers. Painless dual battery setup. So my first thought was to have it be a psi or secondary voltage gauge.

I don't plan on climbing any walls or trekking through moab so I'm not sure if I will require a tranny temp.

Any one have any thoughts?

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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 05:52 PM
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A tranny temp is always suggested. Just for peace of mind. Transmission temperatures can climb really high if u do towing, especially when u are going upgrade.
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 06:49 PM
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Well maybe tranny temp it will be then haha
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 11:45 PM
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Yeah trans temp would be top of the list for me.Which panel did you get the dash one or upper console one?
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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 02:05 PM
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Yeah trans temp would be top of the list for me.Which panel did you get the dash one or upper console one?

Its the one that goes right below the ashtray
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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 02:10 PM
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I took out the radio and made a cover plate. Thats where my gauge go
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