Dakota Digital Dash Install !!!

How to install a Dakota Digital Dash vhx in a thirdgen camaro or firebird trans am etc.. Complete installation from A to Z, fully detailed !! Part number vhx-82c-cam , how to install gauges in your car.
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[@91C4NVA]

I don't know what you do for a living, buy you really could teach auto repair 101. I'm a retired mechanic of about 30 years of working on cars and watch videos now and then out of interest and boredom lol. But anyway its rare that someone not only knows what they are doing but can teach others exactly what they need to do. Nice job, I hope you get rewarded for your efforts, and keep up the good work.

[@klowny1969]

91C4NVA thank u for the compliment :)

[@genxjason]

You're videos get me pumped up. Love the old school 80's hot rod stuff!

[@klowny1969]

Thanks man

[@jodydaily8882]

This is already helping me with 78 k10 hdx gauges. Thank you

[@klowny1969]

Glad i was able to help..dont forget to subscribe

[@paulfallis4526]

About to do a Dakota instal in my 73 Firebird and this was of great assistance. Still giving after years from when you did. Thank you.

[@klowny1969]

Thanks..I have a video where I installed a Dakota digital on a 79 camaro

[@klowny1969]

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[@P245Sig]

Thanks for this video. I've been contemplating this but was horrified by the wiring aspect. Feel very much better about it now.

[@klowny1969]

Awesome! Good luck and don't forget to subscribe

[@HashiriyaSquadron]

This is my next purchase. It's everything I want in my 3rd Gen!

[@klowny1969]

Awesome! It's a nice upgrade!

[@fahoooooooooooooood1]

Keep up the good work 👍👍👍 your channel should have a million plus subscribers by now ... I really enjoy watching your videos

[@klowny1969]

Thank u sir! Check out the description for my shirts when u get a chance

[@juanthedon24]

this video helped me a ton with my c10 Dakota digital vhx install. good work man!

[@makingnoise307]

Klowny is cool, I'm installing one in my 71 Camaro following this.Thanks Klowny.

[@klowny1969]

MakingNoise kool..i will be doing one on a 79 soon as well

[@WilsonAutoworks]

I bought a car with a dakota dash but it wasnt working. This helped me get it fixed. Thank you!

[@klowny1969]

awesome..thank you..dont forget to subscribe

[@FLEXNSTEEL]

I went through tech school and this is my first time understanding basic electrical

[@klowny1969]

Lol that's crazy

[@FLEXNSTEEL]

@@klowny1969 Great detail and very understandable thank you for this content ! Definitely a subscriber now and support the channel

[@madcook1936]

Well this is the second video of yours that I have watched today. Both videos were awesome. So with that being said. You now have a new subscriber.

[@klowny1969]

Thank you sir!

[@phoenixblack1220]

Due, very thorough and very clean work! Thank you.

[@jonathansardinas3848]

This makes me feel comfortable buying this that I can now install it myself.. and correctly. My fuel gauge isn't working and the mechanic told me it was the dash.. not sure if this would fix that.. but this looks like a nice update with alot of features. Thanks again.

[@klowny1969]

If it's your dash then it would fix it..thanks for watching..and dont forget to subscribe!

[@robertwilson4400]

Awesome video! I wished they made this for my car. Hope you paid your assistant well for her wire pulling skills, that was very professional. Job well done by installer and assistant. :)

[@klowny1969]

Thank you..she gets it very well..trust me :) dont forget to subscribe

[@NomadicMars]

DD is great stuff, I used and sold their products when I had my car audio/performance business.

[@klowny1969]

EnergyZ6m yes i love their stuff..thanks for watching and commenting

[@Fireship1]

Great video Manny! That dash cluster is a nice upgrade!

[@klowny1969]

Fireship1 it really is...thanks for watching

[@Marloop07]

Top notch vid clowny!

[@klowny1969]

Thank you sir!

[@arta2870]

I'm currently restoring my 87 camaro and I am in the process of ordering these gauges with the DLC connection for since im going to transplant an LS1 in to it

[@klowny1969]

Nice..good luck with it..dont forget to subscribe:)

[@datboired832]

Could you make a video how to change the headlight switch on a 86?

[@billwade9612]

You are a really great teacher I love your videos

[@klowny1969]

Thank you..dont forget to subscribe:)

[@BIGBEN1108]

Nice set up, as soon as I get my motor in that's my next upgrade!

[@BIGBEN1108]

Is there a volt meter built in?

[@klowny1969]

BIGBEN1108 thank u..there is no voltmeter display..it just gives u a warning light if the volts are under a certain number

[@javierserrano6102]

Thank you!!!!, you inspired me to upgrade my trans am

[@klowny1969]

Glad I was able to help don't forget to subscribe

[@nate1234596]

Great illustration

[@jacobpina5789]

Very informative thanks!! On the fuel sending unit I got high resistance had to drop and replace the float on the gas tank

[@klowny1969]

Cool..glad I was able to help..dont forget to subscribe

[@bladder1010]

Nice. Very slick.

[@nessabush1986]

I saw the thumbnail and knew it was a 3rd gen immediately.

[@klowny1969]

Lol thanks for watching

[@larrycutler9196]

It look good.

[@klowny1969]

Thanks..don't forget to subscribe 😉

[@stefanokapetanakis4292]

This video was very helpful, thanks

[@klowny1969]

thank you..dont forget to subscribe

[@ronbranum7858]

Boy I LOVE this model of Camaro , and have owned several. my Black on Black 88 5.7 IROC was favorite. In 1991. Had a convertible IROC too. But they were SOO cheaply made it is comical today. All that plastic the squeaks and creaks. But still today I long for another one. Thinking 6.0L is swap. Lol who knows...

[@klowny1969]

i work on alot of thirdgen camaros..good stuff

[@ronbranum7858]

@@klowny1969 I agree..lol But those consoles and dashes... Horrendous..window seals trim. Door latch. It was the time is all. Like I said I'm an 80 s kid. I love them. But my Mustangs seemed to have better interiors. Or better built.

[@Airmarty23]

That’s pretty cool wish you could install mine looks complicated lol

[@klowny1969]

Thank you..it's not that bad, you can do it!! Don't forget to subscribe 😉

[@Airmarty23]

@@klowny1969 I’m always looking At your stuff appreciate the videos on the third Gen

[@brenyz5013]

Nice work.

[@klowny1969]

Thank you..don't forget to subscribe

[@Motown454]

I really enjoyed your video, thanks for the help!

[@klowny1969]

Thanks for watching and commenting..dont forget to subscribe

[@isaacgreen1599]

Hey, how are you doing bro? I was wondering where did you connect the two green wires for the coolant to the Dakota Digital box? What slot did you put it in?

[@isaacgreen1599]

Hey, what's up, bro?How you doing?I have the same.Set up as you every time I turn my key over my cluster goes off Do you think you know what can cause that by any Chance

[@klowny1969]

U need a consistent hot power wire even when cranking. Don't forget to subscribe

[@kendrickbannister5025]

great video.

[@klowny1969]

Thank you..don't forget to subscribe

[@Datanka69]

Awesome video 👍🏼🤘🏼

[@klowny1969]

Thanks for watching and commenting dont go get to subscribe

[@isaacgreen1599]

Hey what's up bro so I got a Dakota digital cluster and I got a 4L60e transmission how would I hook up the silver piece that you hooked up on the on your transmission since mine is All electronic and I have a stand-alone harness from psi performance

[@pierrehubert8417]

moi dans mon camaro 1981 peux pas avoir setup ca marche je croix je vais mettre le cluster origine c est moin de trouble

[@ziggassedup]

That's a pretty cool unit.

[@klowny1969]

Thanks for watching

[@stringbender11672]

Nice vid bro. Hey you should make a compilation vid of all your burnouts!!! 🤘🤡🤘

[@klowny1969]

I should ur right lol

[@willardarmbruster8111]

This is a great video. I'm curious to know how big an undertaking it would be to reverse the procedure. I bought a car with one of these dashes installed by the prior owner. It's very nice but I think I would like the original dash reinstalled.

[@danielgamez9167]

Nice video man !! i installed VHX-70C-MAL: Silver Alloy Background on a 71 Chevelle .. I'm having issues with fuel gauge , keep getting EE error , connected the SND positive wire and Ground wire to the digital box , noticed you only connected one wire ?

[@christianblankenship7683]

Very well done sir!

[@klowny1969]

Christian Blankenship thank u

[@jackdaniel654]

Hello where are you located? Can you install my Dakota digital dash for my third gen

[@klowny1969]

I'm in new york, sorry too backed up at the moment

[@waltsweeneny5855]

Great job very helpful 👍

[@klowny1969]

Thanks for watching and dont forget to subscribe

[@reyesramos2939]

Hey Klowny Finally got a hold on my my very own VHX-78-C for my 81 Malibu wagon/350. I've noticed you chose to install the oil pressure sender at the oil filter housing using threaded nipple and other hardware to secure. Also noticed that old pressure switch was attached to pipe with the new sender.Question: if new sender is being used, why would the old sender be connected? The location of my sender is on the rear of the block with one wire connected. How can i used the same setup as you did for your Camaro? Meaning my single wire won't reach the location of the oil filter housing? If I was to use the location on the back of the block, would I need an angled nipple to clear the distributor? What would you suggest as I've been to my local Lowes and could not find the the required hardware! Thanx in advance Ray Ramos

[@tblazen619]

The spacers that go on to the transmission bracket isn't allowing the boats to thread and due to the fact that the boats are so short smh

[@makingnoise307]

Nice video , I used it to install one in my 71 Camaro. I was wondering how the speedometer was working in the one you installed. On mine the needle will stick at the 1 mph mark before dropping to zero after comming to a stop , drives me nuts.Did the one you installed do that ? Keep up the nice work I'm going too use the one on leaf springs next. THX

[@lay-ownh5359]

Did you use both grey wires for #11 #12 or just one or the other?

[@reyesramos2939]

Wasup Klowny My question is as follows. I've installed a VHX cluster in my 1981 Malibu. I've had to replace the old cluster(sweep style dash) to be able to install the one from Dakota. I believe i"ve installed the setup according to specs from Dakota, up to the part when operating dash, gauge was reading fuel level according to what fuel is in tank. I have a full tank and now no fuel reading. According to Dash Printed Circuit Pin Locations for 1981 "A' body, pin #4,circuit #30 (pink wire is for fuel sender and that is the wire inserted into fuel sender terminal at controller.At fuel setup procedure, checked for sender type and set same for GM90. At fuel system test, system reads at 999 ohms. What about the other pink wires. Where circuit #39 is for 12 volt ignition? Could you help me out with what my be the reason for not reading fuel. Thanx in advance Ray Ramos

[@kaseykelso]

I got $20 that says Klowny disguises himself because he's a serial killer

[@klowny1969]

Uhmmmm

[@TBRays98x]

Awesome video! If you have to unplug the battery do you have to re setup the cluster?

[@klowny1969]

Samuel Garfunkel dont think so..should be setup once only..thanks for watching and commenting

[@kylestrock5533]

Klowny quick qeastion I have a high idle issue with my 91 rs an I can't figure it out I've tried everything any suggestions?

[@G-reg313]

love the video!!!

[@klowny1969]

greg howard thank u

[@RonSavage01]

How does this affect the title as you can't transfer the milage???...

[@klowny1969]

You can transfer the mileage, I explain it in the video..don't forget to subscribe

[@gustavovilla45]

Nice intro!.What exhaust setup is that

[@klowny1969]

Gustavo Villa thanks..borla with dyno dons

[@gustavovilla45]

Thanks!

[@klowny1969]

Gustavo Villa np

[@jeffreytaylor3304]

do you know where I could find a cluster gauge pin out for a 83 sport coupe and would the wire hook ups be the same for the guages cause my cluster has the big gas gauge and the idiot lights

[@klowny1969]

Jeffrey Taylor Alldatadiy.com and should be similar

[@jeffreytaylor3304]

OK thanks

[@reyesramos2939]

Hey Dude, watched your video in its entirety and you had mentioned the calibration of the odometer, do you have an update on that topicThinking of purchasing this same setup for my 81 Malibu/350. what do you recommend? thanx in advance Ray

[@klowny1969]

Hi..yes, you have to drive for a mile and then let the computer know when you hit exactly a mile..dakota digital is one of the best

[@darrenhall7990]

I'm going to be installing a Dakota Digital on my 88 mustang GT. Can't wait for the great improvement. How many shop hours to you think you have.

[@klowny1969]

This should take at least 4 to 6 hours of labor..thanks for watching and dont forget to subscribe

[@HVACENGINEER94]

Yo, you are hilarious and fun to watch. I’m thinking of buying this for my Buick grand national. I have the digital dash, would this application be pretty much the same as for your badass whip? Car is an 86 G body, but you know that.

[@klowny1969]

Thank you..yes the install should be pretty much the same.

[@bigjay1980]

How long did it take u to wire in the cluster

[@klowny1969]

less than a day

[@primetime1324]

What gauge size connector did you use to connect the turn signal wire from the car harnesses to the Dakota digital white and green wire since the wire sizes are different?

[@klowny1969]

Primetime132 i dont remember..i work on alot of cars..my rule of thumb is to go with the thicker gauge of the two wires

[@vince3346]

I have a 88 camaro would I have the same sender as you

[@LeonMc48]

Im thinking about buying the digital instrument system for my '88 IROC, however the description states it doesn't fit models with the "indicator light package." i tried researching what it means by that, and i cant figure out what the "indicator light package is?" does anybody know?

[@klowny1969]

Call digital instruments and ask their techs

[@JoshBrock]

Man, you made that look so much easier than it looks. Thanks for this video. I too have a 87, but the carburetor model. In your opinion, would it be the same install as with your TPI?

[@klowny1969]

Joshua Brock yeah shouldnt be micj different

[@JoshBrock]

Thanks! Awesome video!

[@klowny1969]

Joshua Brock thanks

[@Brokenspring1]

Excellent job, very informative!!

[@klowny1969]

Thank u

[@c4tubeh939]

I got problem with my Dakota gauge , when I drive slowly the mph goes over 120 , I don't know what that shit !!

[@CommanderCodarino]

something is up with the sending unit - try to re-calibrate as outlined in instructions

[@davebarron5939]

Correct me if I am wrong, but this unit is in YOUR CAR? If so, now over time how do you like it? Any issues, seems like a great upgrade. enjoy your videos, very detailed and helpful.

[@camarogs1]

I have a Dakota Digital VHX system in my 1969 Camaro, I have had them about 5 years now and love them. I am just getting ready to upgrade to their latest HDX system I like them that much plus i am adding their TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) right now Everything works just like modern cars instrument systems.

[@davebarron5939]

@@camarogs1 Yes, these are slick, glad to hear the "reality" is likewise, thanks.

[@eddyg2015]

Damn, good ass video

[@klowny1969]

Easy E3 thank u

[@FunkyLove04]

That there is a doubt I have a camaro 1988 ls3 430 then I want to pass the analogue gauge to digital dakota I do not know what I would have to buy because my transmission is 4l65e the adapter speeder I do not know if it is compatible you help me Thank you

[@CommanderCodarino]

call dakota digital they can hook you up

[@shehzad1967]

hey nice set up. can u help me out with my 89irocz 5.7, I live in Pakistan it's the only irocz in Pakistan. I can't get it to run smoothly

[@klowny1969]

shehzad1967 did u check it for codes?

[@jayzeno6945]

Where in NY are you? Would like to have you install a dakota on my old gmc pickup

[@klowny1969]

jay Mills im sorry, i am currently not taking any customers..i am backed up for 4 months..thank u

[@Primecorey]

Is it worth doing all that work for the gauges?

[@klowny1969]

tbh..it really is a big improvement over the stock gauges..the stock gauges also aren't that accurate in the early model thirdgen camaros. Also putting in a bunch of autometer gauges would probably run you more money..i would also recommend doing it yourself, labor could get very costly...Thank you for watching and commenting :)

[@marktheshark9118]

Does this work on a 84??

[@klowny1969]

Check Dakota dogital's website..don't forget to subscribe

[@emtwolf2001]

Are u able to set mileage readout to whatever or does it automatically read it.

[@klowny1969]

you set the mileage once or i think twice in the beginning and thats it..dont forget to subscribe

[@emtwolf2001]

klowny1969 already did ... I am looking at doing a rebuild of 1989 trans am with my kids .. with some classy and updating touches LOL

[@klowny1969]

Awesome..you will love this dash

[@andrewgreen6482]

you klowny1969 can you please do an oil pan gasket change without pulling the motor and taking the trans out on 3rd Gen firebird 305 or camaro???

[@klowny1969]

Andrew Green when i get i chance i will..thanks for watching

[@andrewgreen6482]

klowny1969 thanks bro and your the only dude I watch for my bird

[@klowny1969]

Andrew Green thank u

[@Downey_Droptop]

how much should a mechanic charge to install one? mine told me 1000$ and i have the dash already!

[@klowny1969]

Michael Savage i would recommend you do it yourself..a mechanic will charge you big bux because this is custom work

[@dennisramirez8848]

Do you partner with any site so you get credit when someone buys this? Want to buy it and help you out as well.

[@klowny1969]

No

[@alextc2141]

First, thank you for this walk through. It's been a ton of help. Question though: On my manual it mentions adding an additional ground for the fuel. That seemed kinda odd to me and it doesn't look like you added one. Any thoughts on that? Just want to make sure I'm not risking anything.

[@klowny1969]

No need..its already grounded

[@chemicalspore]

how much do you charge for an install for this?

[@klowny1969]

ThirdGenDude92 im booked for a few months but..it would be around 500 bux or so..depending if there any issues along the way

[@chemicalspore]

thank you for the info. I think i have some issues with the stock gauges. The fuel and and oil pressure do not read. I changed the oil pressure sensor switch today and........ nothin. I have the video posted on my page

[@jdhamm155]

ThirdGenDude92

[@judegagnon2738]

Do you have a name or link to your steering will

[@judegagnon2738]

Wheel*😒

[@klowny1969]

Watch my grant steering wheel video

[@jrpumper]

you need to ls swap it next

[@klowny1969]

In the works

[@MrClaya0]

Nice upgrade, is that a lt1 motor?

[@klowny1969]

clay alford thanks ..its a customers car..not an lt1

[@MrClaya0]

klowny1969 you welcome and ok

[@goomaan]

It's an HSR kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWfRY3drl9VkjKM

[@jpablocebayos6508]

Muy tarde lo encontré, ya mande al infierno el tablero y velocímetro,

[@dustingore6393]

SENDER

[@throttleblip1]

Should of went with New Vintage USA gauges. They have a much better styles available. That setup looks generic

[@klowny1969]

Thanks for watching and dont forget to subscribe

[@58chiefton]

Your camera girl sounds hot haha

[@klowny1969]

Dana Tostado oh u dont even know!!

[@58chiefton]

klowny1969 lol

[@jhenryf1]

I wish you were in Ohio...

[@klowny1969]

Sorry I'm in NY lol..dont forget to subscribe

[@99GrandAM3400]

You need fuel! Edit: You just said you have to set it up... DUH

[@klowny1969]

TheTotalMechanic yes i fuel up everyday lol..thanks for watching

[@klowny1969]

Lol

[@sangasong1]

Where can I get that digital gauge?

[@sangasong1]

I'm an idiot lol

[@klowny1969]

Dakota digital :)

[@juiced71]

What a sweet setup! Your Instagram account is private? I sent you a request Jpolds71 👍

[@klowny1969]

juiced71 thanks..not private..ill add u..thanks

[@juiced71]

thank for the add my man !!

[@klowny1969]

juiced71 anytime

[@gregg4164]

That is a shit way to splice wire. You should always solder the wires or at least use soldering type butt splice connectors.

[@klowny1969]

Never solder..it falls apart after a while..research it

[@bryanhallman8183]

Did that come with LED's, or would you have to install them?

[@klowny1969]

Bryan Hallman for the turning signals? It's already in there

[@bryanhallman8183]

No, for the normal running lights. I hate changing burned out bulbs in a 34 year old car. :-P

[@klowny1969]

Bryan Hallman this is just everything you need for the cluster

[@bryanhallman8183]

It looks like it is an all LED backlighting, so this would work great with an LSA.