Originally posted by bigtime41:
How do I recalibrate my needles after the install??



Welcome! Here's the most accurate way to calibrate:

obtain an OBDII diagnostic tool that will supply you with current running stats, e.g. revs, speed, etc.

You'll need to put the front end on stands, and chock the rear wheels. A lift would be ideal, and MUCH safer to boot.

With the OBD tool connected and on, put the car in gear and accelerate to some pre-determined speed you've picked. I personally would choose something near highway cruising speed for better accuracy.

When you've reached the speed you've picked, say 60, then attach the needle so it's pointing at 60. Do the same for your tach.

As far as your temp and gas needles, if you change those that is, you should just be able to mark the spot they're pointing at when the car is off, and replace them in that same position.

If you don't have an OBD tool, you might be able to have a shop put it on the lift and use their tool. Shop up the street from me said they'd do it for $40. Seems a bit steep, but it's cheaper than $150 or so for a good diagnostic tool.

I want to reiterate, MAKE SURE YOUR CAR IS SECURE ON STANDS OR A LIFT WHEN YOU DO THIS!!!! The last thing you want is it falling off the stands and shooting through your front wall at 60 or 70 mph!!


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