Description
Description
The Dakota Digital RTX-51C-X RTX Instrument System is a direct bolt-in replacement gauge cluster engineered specifically for the 1951-52 Chevy car dashboard, using stock hardware and stock gauge openings. Each system begins with a billet aluminum gauge bezel, custom designed to follow the factory dash contour, then chrome plated for a clean, finished appearance.
The RTX series recreates the timeless look of the original instrument layout while adding modern features such as LED backlighting, stepper motor needle movements, and a full-color TFT message center. RPM is displayed through a series of LEDs that wrap around the outside of the speedometer scale, giving the cluster a distinctive late-model touch without sacrificing its classic appearance.
CNC-machined housings are filled with electronics designed and built in-house by Dakota Digital, and the system is operated through a central control box that simplifies installation and setup. The high-definition TFT message center can be configured to display a wide range of vehicle information to suit the owner's preferences.
Key Features
- Billet aluminum, chrome-plated gauge bezel designed to fit the factory 1951-52 Chevy car dash opening
- OEM-style face layout with LED backlighting and stepper motor needle movement
- Full-color TFT message center for odometer, trip meters, clock, and performance data
- RPM displayed via wrap-around LED indicators on the speedometer scale
- Over 30 user-selectable color options for needle, sweep, and TFT display colors
- 12 factory preset color themes or fully custom color zone selection
- Independently adjustable daytime and nighttime brightness, controlled through the setup menu and toggled with the headlight switch
- Pushbutton rocker switch for driving mode and setup menu navigation, with button-press feedback via the TFT display or included buzzer
- Configurable through a free mobile app for Android and Apple devices, with real-time gauge readouts
- Central control box for simplified installation and calibration
Specifications
- Part Number: RTX-51C-X
- Speedometer: 0-120 MPH
- Oil Pressure: 0-80 psi
- Water Temperature: 100-260°F
- Fuel Level: E, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, F
- Voltmeter: 9-17 VDC
- Tachometer: 0-8,000 RPM
- Control Box Dimensions: 5.5" x 3.5" x 1"
Included Sensors
- Water Temperature: 1/8" NPT, ground isolated sensor with a 10 ft harness
- Oil Pressure: 1/8" NPT solid state sensor with a 10 ft harness
- Cable Driven Speed Sensor/Generator: replaces GM style speedometer cables with a 10 ft harness; requires approximately 5" clearance between the cable drive output and any obstruction (Part # 130011 sold separately for relocation when additional clearance is needed)
- Bushings: 1/8" to 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" NPT bushings, along with bushings for 12mm and 16mm x 1.5 threads
Built-in Indicators
- Turn signals (left/right) and high beam
- Check engine and parking brake
- Cruise control (on/on & engaged, when vehicle is equipped)
- Gear position (optional GSS-3000 sensor required)
- 4x4 and wait-to-start indicators (when vehicle is equipped)
- Two auxiliary input indicators with user-programmable labels
- Red LED warning indicator on each analog gauge sweep (except speedometer)
Notes
Not all OEM indicator lamp functions will be replaced; unused indicators can be repurposed to suit the application. A matching 1951-52 Chevy car clock for RTX instruments is available separately as part number RLC-51C-X. The DIM-1 accessory is available for on-the-fly rotary brightness control.
