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cc-rider · 03-22-2015, 09:47 PM

I'm putting on a supercharger and want to add 2 gauges. A couple of quick questions...

I see the A-pillar dual gauges pods. Looks great and ideally this is where I'd want them. However, I'm concerned about the reduced visibility. These Camaro's are already awful when it comes to visibility. Can anyone comment on how much the A-pillar pods reduce visibility?

Where else have others put 2 gauges other than the A-Pillar?

1KillerSS · 03-22-2015, 10:10 PM

Doesnt bother me a bit. There is a company that makes a set of gauges that sits in the center of your dash, where the speaker goes, I personally think that is more obstructive than the A-pillar setup.

The only other place I think that is fit for a gauge is on top of the steering wheel. Phastek has a vendor that makes a mount for the column with a gauge insert.

Kendall421 · 03-22-2015, 11:10 PM

Won't affect you view at all! Here is my setup! Aero Force gauges in A Pillar, AFR in vent opening. Really no affect on my view.

cc-rider · 03-23-2015, 12:13 AM

Thanks. That's good to know. So from the seated driving position in the car...the pods don't stick out? In other words...the guages line up directly with the A-pillar as the eyes see it when driving and not bumped out into the field of view outside the pillar?

If so, that's awesome.

What pillar is best for a 2010 2SS?

Camaro Dude · 03-23-2015, 12:30 AM

Subscribed, cc-rider, you chose my exact thoughts last night regarding visibility out of these cars, and ergonomics being paramount on gauge mount selection.

I'm installing just one gauge(AEM AFR), and on the fence where to install it.

patternpilot · 03-23-2015, 12:46 AM

I have two gauges on the pillar and one on the top of the steering column. The angle that you look at the pillar from the drivers seat will be no obstruction.

Camaro Dude · 03-23-2015, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by patternpilot

I have two gauges on the pillar and one on the top of the steering column. The angle that you look at the pillar from the drivers seat will be no obstruction.

If you had just 1 gauge, and had to choose location, would it be on top of steering column or A-pillar?

JCunningham · 03-23-2015, 04:26 AM

http://www.ortizcustompods.com/chevrolet.html these are by the gauge cluster.

JCunningham · 03-23-2015, 04:27 AM

http://www.ortizcustompods.com/uploa...692756?4276642

vofallbook · 03-23-2015, 09:04 AM

The angle that you look at the pillar from the drivers seat will be no obstruction.

BplumCrazy-SS · 03-23-2015, 11:04 AM

I actually made mine to replace the sun visor since it does nothing for me.... its nice out the way and easy to see

1KillerSS · 03-23-2015, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BplumCrazy-SS

I actually made mine to replace the sun visor since it does nothing for me.... its nice out the way and easy to see

BplumCrazy-SS · 03-23-2015, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1KillerSS

I'm actually redoing it but you get the idea

1KillerSS · 03-23-2015, 03:26 PM

Cool, I would love to see the finished product!

03-22-2015, 09:47 PM	#1
cc-rider Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: MN Posts: 1,179	Gauge locations I'm putting on a supercharger and want to add 2 gauges. A couple of quick questions... I see the A-pillar dual gauges pods. Looks great and ideally this is where I'd want them. However, I'm concerned about the reduced visibility. These Camaro's are already awful when it comes to visibility. Can anyone comment on how much the A-pillar pods reduce visibility? Where else have others put 2 gauges other than the A-Pillar?

03-22-2015, 10:10 PM	#2
1KillerSS Too much is never enough! Drives: AGP TT SS [COTW] 4/20/15 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Toledo,OH Posts: 4,149 View My Garage	Doesnt bother me a bit. There is a company that makes a set of gauges that sits in the center of your dash, where the speaker goes, I personally think that is more obstructive than the A-pillar setup. The only other place I think that is fit for a gauge is on top of the steering wheel. Phastek has a vendor that makes a mount for the column with a gauge insert. __________________ AGP TT kit, 54/57 Forged rotating assembly, Custom grind cam... Dual nozzle meth, ID850's, Livernois dual fuel pumps, ECS BAP, 25% UDP, 3 inch Magnaflow catback with X pipe, Mantic 9000 clutch, DSS 1000hp axles, DSS aluminum driveshaft, ZL1 rear end, solid subframe bushings, HE differential offset bushings, BMR Trailing arm, BMR toe rods, Lingenfelter LNC-2000,SJM Line Lock. 747 whp 714wtq *Build thread* http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...55#post8107855

03-22-2015, 11:10 PM	#3
Kendall421 Drives: 1969 Z28, 1982 Z28, 2014 SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 886	Won't affect you view at all! Here is my setup! Aero Force gauges in A Pillar, AFR in vent opening. Really no affect on my view. Attached Images

03-23-2015, 12:46 AM	#6
patternpilot Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tri-Cities WA. Posts: 934 View My Garage	I have two gauges on the pillar and one on the top of the steering column. The angle that you look at the pillar from the drivers seat will be no obstruction. __________________ There's more to life than gas mileage LS3, Whipple, Custom Comp Cam, springs, pushrods, timing set, CAI intake, Apex cold air scoop, Doug Thorley TRI-Y headers, Billet Custom Products baffled Valve covers, Mighty Mouse Catch can, ADM FPCM, ZL1 fuel pump, MSD boost-a-pump, Hex Vent hood vents, ProSport gauges(fuel pressure, AFR, Boost), Corsa, 100 cell Cats. Jannetty remote tuned, Pfadt trailing arms, all parts user installed. No Dyno yet. Manual trans. 3.45 gears.

03-23-2015, 04:26 AM	#8
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,069	http://www.ortizcustompods.com/chevrolet.html these are by the gauge cluster. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

03-23-2015, 12:13 AM	#4
cc-rider Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: MN Posts: 1,179	Thanks. That's good to know. So from the seated driving position in the car...the pods don't stick out? In other words...the guages line up directly with the A-pillar as the eyes see it when driving and not bumped out into the field of view outside the pillar? If so, that's awesome. What pillar is best for a 2010 2SS?

03-23-2015, 12:30 AM	#5
Camaro Dude Drives: ‘13 1LE Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Earth Posts: 3,904	Subscribed, cc-rider, you chose my exact thoughts last night regarding visibility out of these cars, and ergonomics being paramount on gauge mount selection. I'm installing just one gauge(AEM AFR), and on the fence where to install it.

03-23-2015, 04:27 AM	#9
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,069	http://www.ortizcustompods.com/uploa...692756?4276642 __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

03-23-2015, 09:04 AM	#10
vofallbook Drives: camaro Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: CA Posts: 2	The angle that you look at the pillar from the drivers seat will be no obstruction.

03-23-2015, 11:04 AM	#11
BplumCrazy-SS Drives: 416 w/TH400 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 697	I actually made mine to replace the sun visor since it does nothing for me.... its nice out the way and easy to see __________________ ERL 416 - 12.5 cr, TH400, Custom VVT Cam, PRC 255 heads, NW 102 TB, Aeromotive stealth fuel system, Fast 102 plumbed with a nitrous express direct port kit, BMR 15" conversion kit

03-23-2015, 03:26 PM	#14
1KillerSS Too much is never enough! Drives: AGP TT SS [COTW] 4/20/15 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Toledo,OH Posts: 4,149 View My Garage	Cool, I would love to see the finished product! __________________ AGP TT kit, 54/57 Forged rotating assembly, Custom grind cam... Dual nozzle meth, ID850's, Livernois dual fuel pumps, ECS BAP, 25% UDP, 3 inch Magnaflow catback with X pipe, Mantic 9000 clutch, DSS 1000hp axles, DSS aluminum driveshaft, ZL1 rear end, solid subframe bushings, HE differential offset bushings, BMR Trailing arm, BMR toe rods, Lingenfelter LNC-2000,SJM Line Lock. 747 whp 714wtq *Build thread* http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...55#post8107855