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Old 04-13-2013, 02:04 PM   #75
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Originally Posted by Moto-P View Post
I totally get your point, just that I would rather have the needles indicating the oil temp so I have a physical reference to these parameters.

When I am racing, I never really look at the speedometer much as dynamic reference for the actual speed is through my outward vision and noises as well as physical limits approaching through the tactility of the car. A needle oil temp and pressure with blinking warning might be nice.

I do however assume that reprogramming the window is much easier and cheaper for the makers, rather than to make a new mechanical piece as you say.
Good point. Needles are better in both instances. Combined with blinking warning. Looks like your APEXi EL gauge has both.

Setrab - great choice!
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