Description
Description
The Dakota Digital RTX-78C-MC-X is a direct fit RTX Instrument System designed for 1978-85 Chevy Monte Carlo models equipped with the early-style round-gauge cluster. This system combines the appearance of the original instrument cluster with full-color LED backlighting and a high-definition TFT message center display, delivering the stock look without sacrificing modern features.
Every effort has been put into incorporating OEM design elements regarding layout, face styling and indicators, so a casual glance may mistake it for original equipment. Once the switch is activated and the LED backlighting illuminates in your chosen color scheme, the difference becomes clear. CNC machined housings are filled with electronics designed and built in-house by Dakota Digital, and the system utilizes a central control box to simplify installation and setup.
This system uses the stock, round-gauge style cluster and is intended for installation in the Monte Carlo using an OEM or reproduction style bezel. It does not fit rectangular sweep-style speedometer clusters, and the bezel and housing are not supplied.
Key Features
- Direct fit design for the 1978-85 Chevy Monte Carlo early-style round-gauge cluster
- Full-color LED backlighting with over 30 user-selectable color options for needle, sweep and digital TFT display colors
- 12 factory preset color themes, or fully customizable color zones
- High-definition TFT message center with user-configurable display information
- Daytime and nighttime brightness control, adjustable through the RTX setup menu and toggled by the headlight switch
- Pushbutton operation via included two-sided rocker switch for driving mode and setup menu access
- Compatible with free mobile app (Android and Apple) for configuration, real-time gauge readouts and diagnostics
- Red LED indicator built into each analog gauge sweep for quick notice of a warning condition (except speedometer)
Specifications
- Part Number: RTX-78C-MC-X
- Speedometer: 0-140 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
- Control Box Dimensions: 5.5" x 3.5" x 1"
Digital Message Center Displays
- Odometer (one-time user settable, million mile)
- Dual (A/B) trip meter (0-9,999.9)
- 12-hour clock
- Estimated range/miles to empty
- 0-60 MPH timer
- 1/4 and 1/8 mile time and trap speed
- High speed recall
- High RPM recall
Built-in Indicators
- Turn signals (left/right)
- High beam
- Check engine
- Parking brake
- Cruise control (on/engaged, when vehicle is equipped)
- Gear position (optional GSS-3000 sensor required)
- 4x4 indicator (when vehicle is equipped)
- Wait to start (when vehicle is equipped)
- Two auxiliary input indicators with user-programmable labels
Included Sensors
- Water temperature sensor: 1/8" NPT, ground isolated, with 10 ft harness
- Oil pressure sensor: 1/8" NPT solid state, with 10 ft harness
- Cable driven speed sensor/generator: replaces GM style speedometer cables, with 10 ft harness; requires approximately 5" clearance between cable drive output and any obstruction (part # 130011 available separately for relocation when additional clearance is needed)
- Bushings: 1/8" to 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" NPT, plus 12mm and 16mm x 1.5 thread bushings
Notes
- Uses the stock, round-gauge style cluster housing from the vehicle; does not fit rectangular sweep-style speedometer clusters
- Bezel and housing are not included; system is designed to use an OEM or reproduction style bezel
- Gear position indicator requires optional GSS-3000 sensor, sold separately
- Part # 130011 sensor relocation bracket available separately if additional clearance is required
- DIM-1 accessory available separately for on-the-fly rotary brightness control
