Description
Description
The Dakota Digital RTX-53C-VET-X RTX Instrument System brings updated technology, improved accuracy and modern reliability to the 1953-57 Chevy Corvette while retaining the traditional dashboard look. Expertly machined chrome gauge housings drop directly into the stock openings, and a chrome bezel is included for a factory-correct appearance. This bolt-in 7-gauge system, including a clock, keeps the familiar OEM-style layout while adding a full-color TFT message center, LED indicators, precision stepper motor needle movements and EFI integration capabilities.
As part of the RTX series, this system focuses on retaining the stock look without sacrificing late-model features. CNC-machined housings are filled with electronics designed and built in-house by Dakota Digital, and the high-definition TFT message center can be configured to display a wide range of information. A central control box simplifies installation and setup.
Key Features
- Chrome gauge housings and chrome bezel designed to drop directly into the stock dashboard openings
- 7-gauge analog system including clock, speedometer, tachometer, oil pressure, water temperature, fuel level and voltmeter
- Full-color TFT digital message center with odometer, dual trip meters, clock and estimated range/miles to empty
- Built-in performance meters including 0-60 MPH timer, 1/4 and 1/8 mile time and trap speed, high speed recall and high RPM recall
- Built-in indicators for turn signals, high beam, check engine, parking brake, cruise control, gear position (optional GSS-3000 sensor required), 4x4, wait to start, and two user-programmable auxiliary inputs
- Each analog gauge sweep (except speedometer) includes a red LED indicator for quick notice of warning conditions
- Over 30 user-selectable color options for needle, sweep and digital TFT display colors, with 12 factory preset color themes
- Full LED/RGB backlighting with independently adjustable daytime and nighttime brightness, controlled through the headlight switch or optional DIM-1 accessory
- Pushbutton rocker switch control for calibration and menu navigation, with button-press feedback through the TFT message center or included buzzer
- Free mobile app (Android and Apple compatible) for configuration, menu navigation and real-time gauge readouts via Bluetooth
Specifications
- Part Number: RTX-53C-VET-X
- Speedometer: 0-160 MPH
- Tachometer: 0-8,000 RPM
- Oil Pressure: 0-80 psi
- Water Temperature: 100-260°F
- Fuel Level: E, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, F
- Voltmeter: 9-17 VDC
- Clock: 12 Hour Analog Clock Movement
- 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, allows relocation of the pulse generator when additional clearance is required; Tremec and Ford style adaptors available on request)
- Bushings: 1/8" to 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" NPT, plus bushings for 12mm and 16mm x 1.5 threads
Notes
- System is designed to fit into the OEM dashboard
- Chrome bezel included
- Not all OEM indicator lamp functions will be replaced; unused indicators may be repurposed to suit your application
