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So im running a custom setup for my 1984 190e the motor is a stock (for now) 4.8 backed up by a 4l80e
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Are you thinking of trying to reuse the existing ones or doing an after-market and custom panel?
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If you are looking for aftermarket gauges, we always use Livorsi. They have a bunch of different colors and can even do a complete custom set in any colors you want. PM me if you need prices.
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Ive had some great luck with stewart warners.
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I'm a really big fan of Speedhut.
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^ I plan on running Speed hut in my Z. Have heard nothing but good about them.
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SpeedHut here in my LSx Lexus, absolutely love them:



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SpeedHut here in my LSx Lexus, absolutely love them:



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Are you thinking of trying to reuse the existing ones or doing an after-market and custom panel?
I thought about using the stock ones at one point but i doubt that they would be accurate
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Well, make a custom panel and install some Speedhuts!

Wish I had a better picture of mine:
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