Any Info (Speedhut Gauges)

Lightingrod · #1 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 04:13 PM

I'm still looking for new gauges. Anyone know anything about Speedhut? They look and sound pretty good.

About Our Cobra Gauges

thanks,

Al

Tommy · #2 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 06:13 PM

I bought a set for another project I'm working on. I haven't seen them in operation yet, but they appear to be very good quality out of the box. I particularly liked the option of programming a warning light for each gauge at whatever reading I wished.

SGR · #3 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 06:17 PM

I bought a set for our CR. I haven't installed them yet, but they look great. The kit seems to be very complete with wiring, sensors, etc. I liked some of the extra features that they offered like the GPS speedo (with multiple functions such as 0-60 time, 1/4 mile time, etc on the digital display) and tach with max rpm memory. We also liked that they were customizable, so you can have the original Cobra style but suited to your own tastes.

They may seem a little more expensive than some others at first, but when you figure in the speedo cable, reverse drive unit, and speedo drive gear cost savings (none of which are needed with the GPS speedo), it comes out to be about a wash.

Lightingrod · #4 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 06:29 PM

Thanks Tommy, I'm looking pretty hard at them. I'm looking at the 7 gauge set and a NOS pressure gauge!

Al

Lightingrod · #5 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 06:40 PM

Thanks SGR, they look good. Are they the standard chrome bezel? I was thinking about the Cobra Logo on the tach & Speedo. I'll be very interested in how you like the GPS speedo. I have a few seconds MPH lag time with my stand alone GPS, don't know if I would like that on a speedo??

Al

SGR · #6 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 06:48 PM

Once I get the car on the road, I can let you know, but that is a few months off.

Lightingrod · #7 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 06:57 PM

I'm not ready for gauges yet but hopefully not to far off. SGR your sure right about GPS saving time and money! Mount it and the antenna power it up and done! They say it will start reading in like 3 seconds after power up! I might give them a call before I decide.

Al

Derald Rice · #8 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 06:58 PM

I have had a set of their gauges in the car since 2009. I really Iike them, for many different reasons. Made in USA, shallow gauge depth, accuracy, ability to customize the gauges, lifetime warranty, and you will be challenged to find customer service at the superior level they give.

I will buy their gauges again in a heartbeat.

Derald.

Sledge · #9 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 07:55 PM

What Derald said. I've had mine (via Tom Kirkham) for a few years now and like them very much. Coming up on 20k miles now, no problems.

Cheers

Lightingrod · #10 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 08:31 PM

Wow you guys are making this pretty easy! Now it's just GPS or not!

Al

Jaydee · #11 (**permalink**) 01-29-2015, 09:22 PM

I bought a full set. They were a real pain to tighten and undoing the huge nut that hold them on. The treads were binding like mad. I had to use a chain vise grip to try and remove the nut. There should some sort of a key to stop the gauges from turning. I was going to drill 2 holes in the back of the gauge and make up a bar with 2 pins to stop it rotating. I eventually had to use a thread file and silicone on the treads to make it turn freely. Wasn't happy at all.
Besides all that. I really like the look, and I got the cobra logo in the central gauge only [ didn't want to over do it] The lighting is nice with the fader.
JD

HM-BUILDER · #12 (**permalink**) 01-30-2015, 09:43 AM

We really like them for the same reasons mentioned above. as far as the lag time it isn't that bad once the speedometer gets power and if it can't get a signal. it's really pretty good.

Sandwich · #13 (**permalink**) 01-30-2015, 12:45 PM

We use them in our cars.
They make good products, and if ever there is a issue they are always willing to help resolve the problem.

Sandwich (From Kirkham Motorsports)

mptech · #14 (**permalink**) 01-30-2015, 01:14 PM

I ordered and instaled these in my FFR MK4. REALLY like them! Highly recommend them.

Legacy Cobra 427 Gauge Kit (4inch 180 mph Speedo, tach with shift, 2inch water, oil, volts, fuel lev, oil temp)
Part #-GLS-COBRAKIT-06
• Black dial // White font(Reverse Cobalt Blue Glow)
• Font Style = Century
• Graphics = NONE
• Logo= Cobra Snake, only on Speedo and Tach (+ $10)
• Pointer = Red (Glows Red)
• Bezel = Legacy Classic Chrome
• delete the word "Legacy" (+ $25)
• GPS Speedo upgrade (+ $55)

What Speedhut Guages did you order?

James Stern · #15 (**permalink**) 02-12-2015, 06:45 AM

I apologize for being late on Speedhut gauges. I have used them for 2 years and they are great. The lighting is fantastic (much better than bulb lighting). I absolutely recommend them.

buildone · #16 (**permalink**) 02-12-2015, 10:38 AM

The gauges are great, but their service is even better!!!! I have personal experience with them helping me more than once, and on the "other forum", there are lots of examples of the same thing. They are just a very good company to work with. One of those which stood out during my build experience.

Dwight · #17 (**permalink**) 02-12-2015, 11:03 AM

I installed Speedhut gauges in a FFR for a friend. First time to deal with Speedhut. Very easy to wire.

Dwight

Lightingrod · #18 (**permalink**) 09-01-2015, 08:53 PM

I have not had a chance to be on much in a while, I did buy the Speedhut gauges!
I went with Cobra style; 200 mph GPS speedo with turn and bright indicators, 8k tach with shift light *Cobra logo on both. Fuel, fuel pressure, temp, oil, volts and NOS pressure. I also got an electric NOS bottle opener!

They do look NICE, thanks for all the info!