Are digital gauges worth it?

wagonproject · 03-10-2004, 07:34 PM

Compared to the reg. gauges?

Diablo · 03-10-2004, 07:41 PM

yes there better.. get in on the GP

people will notcie them and ilke them better than analog gauges.

wagonproject · 03-10-2004, 07:43 PM

lol...well thats why Im asking as I see the GP and am really thinking about it just wondering if there was any advantage besides looks.

dB Zac · 03-10-2004, 07:47 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by wagonproject

lol...well thats why Im asking as I see the GP and am really thinking about it just wondering if there was any advantage besides looks.

One of the biggest advantages is that you don't have to run more line that can leak!! Another advantage is you can get 5 gauges in the space of 1.5 mechanical's.

wagonproject · 03-10-2004, 07:48 PM

How do they display, just like 5 different numbers? I see pics, but its only got the 2

dB Zac · 03-10-2004, 08:10 PM

Mine is set up kinda like
tank LT frt RT frt
PSI LT rr Rt rr

SlammedDime · 03-10-2004, 08:11 PM

If you don't have a tank sender, and just 4 bags, it will display all 4 bags constantly, but if you have a tank sender as well... it will flash between the 4 bags, and the tank. Its not like one is 'better' than the other, because they both do the same thing as the next, but they do add some 'fashion' to the truck or car, and if you got the money, go for it.

SlammedDime · 03-10-2004, 08:11 PM

What I said is true for the 2 1/16" digi gauge ** Last i checked.

dB Zac · 03-10-2004, 08:14 PM

My Dakota gauge does all 5 at the same time..

I'll take a pic of it and post it tomorrow

SlammedDime · 03-10-2004, 09:29 PM

Yea, you prolly have the rectangular one....I think the round gauge does it differently, because of the area constraints

98SS · 08-31-2005, 03:42 PM

I noticed this thread has no pictures or specs of these gauges, and yet, it's included in the helpful bag forum links.

Maybe this will help others when they come to read up on digital gauges.

->Odyssey Series I, Quad Air Pressure Monitor<-

From Dakota Digital

Quoted from website:
"The ODY-19-4 Quad Air Pressure gauge can monitor and simultaneously display the front and rear pressure on front/ rear or four wheel independent air ride systems to display each air bag for proper pressure. The ODY-19-4 also displays the air tank pressure with other readings.
Dakota Digital instruments offer a high brightness, vacuum fluorescent display for excellent daytime visibility and a lifetime of trouble free use. Dakota Digital instruments are fully backed by a Limited 24-month Warranty against manufacturer defects and provide the accuracy and performance you've come to expect from Dakota Digital!

User adjustable high and low warning points can trigger a external light or buzzer. (not included)
Night dimming.

Range:
Requires use of specific sender for desired range. 0-150 or 0-400 psi. When monitoring tank pressure, the same type (0-150, or 0-400psi) of sensor must be used.

A single sensor will be required for each pressure reading. For example, a full independent (front/back/side to side) air system would require 4 sensors (1 for each airbag). A fifth sensor can be added to monitor the air tank pressure if desired, the tank sensor must be the same type (0-150 or 0-400psi) as the others.

Resolution:
1 psi for 0- 150 psi range/ 2 psi for 0- 400 psi range.

Choice of either Blue, Green or *Teal display.
Choice of either Satin, Black or **Chrome bezel.
Machined aluminum bezel and housing."

(as of Aug. 31st, 2005. Site and product subject to change)

I especially like the feature described HERE about the feature that enables you to have your truck automatically air up to a preset height upon starting the vehicle. That would be sweet as hell doubled up with a remote start. Have your truck start up and air up on it's own while you watch from inside your house.

cain · 08-31-2005, 03:44 PM

SLAMnoma95 · 08-31-2005, 03:45 PM

hey thanks mang....heres my deal....DAKOTA DIGITAL BLOWS MY WANG!!!

i ordered a 200psi tank sender like 4 months ago and they wont get back to me on it

sadexcuse4s10 · 08-31-2005, 04:36 PM

i don't like how the #'s move so fast when you drive because of the pressure changes and bumps

analog gauges are just easier to rear when driving i believe, one needle just moving a little rather than some numbers moving extremely fast

kinda like a digital tach, as you rev it up the damn #'s just blend together and you can't read it

PnZrFsT · 08-31-2005, 05:58 PM

wheres the GP thread?

shadyGTP · 08-31-2005, 06:21 PM

hey where is the GP thread at?

IceDime · 08-31-2005, 06:28 PM

they SUCK, they are off as much as 18psi all the time, you never know what height you are really at, if you have a bad ground anywhere they screw up, I had them, sold them, they SUCK. I went back to analog because with analog I never have to wonder what psi I am really at.

SLAMnoma95 · 08-31-2005, 07:29 PM

well...to address that....i dont really care about 10psi off or w/e, its mainly just for show and an idea, they look better....i drive by feel anyways

and the gp was LONG gone....check his post, its from March

***orangesonoma*** · 08-31-2005, 07:34 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by PnZrFsT

wheres the GP thread?

man you just missed the group buy....in 2004...

lol

they read pressure ever 5 seconds...

negativeclearence · 08-31-2005, 08:07 PM

I have digital guages. . . the ART controll box but only the sending unit are hooked up, i have my valves hooked up to a switch box. the guages look nice, that's all i can say. also...mine dont have the quickest response, but it's ok.

ESBaged · 08-31-2005, 10:42 PM

I hate them. to jumpy.

A couple times I was reading really high pressure so I went to drop and ended up hitting the ground because the presure was actualy way lower than what they were reading.

After 18 months only one sending unit works anyway.

PnZrFsT · 09-01-2005, 08:28 AM

Shoot, I didn't eve see this was an old thread lol

HouseOfAtlas · 09-01-2005, 10:00 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by ESBaged

I hate them. to jumpy.

A couple times I was reading really high pressure so I went to drop and ended up hitting the ground because the presure was actualy way lower than what they were reading.

After 18 months only one sending unit works anyway.

I agree. Mine seem like they take a couple minutes after starting the truck to get to their "true" PSI. Don't know why, but that is how it seems. Also, like you said, the guage will read a certain PSI and then you go to hit the switch lightly, where it should only drop 4PSI or so if the switch is hit right, but, then you see it drops 12PSI.

On the other hand, there is less chance of leaks and the gauge fits right in my left air vent.

SLAMnoma95 · 09-01-2005, 10:42 AM

like i say before, gauges are a nice reference but i dunno...i HAVE to drive by the feel of the truck, if its too low, lil air, too bumpy, lil less....i just use something static to tell me what my height should be. For example, side view mirror in relation to the bedrail is a good one for me

03-10-2004, 07:34 PM	#1
wagonproject Short Bus Anonymous Age: 20 Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 6,074 Location: Kalamazoo, MI User is: OffLine	Are digital gauges worth it? Compared to the reg. gauges?
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Diablo psssst. psssssssssh Age: 4 Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 9,575 Location: USA User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? yes there better.. get in on the GP people will notcie them and ilke them better than analog gauges.
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wagonproject Short Bus Anonymous Age: 20 Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 6,074 Location: Kalamazoo, MI User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? lol...well thats why Im asking as I see the GP and am really thinking about it just wondering if there was any advantage besides looks.
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03-10-2004, 07:47 PM	#4
dB Zac Registered User Age: 32 Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 1,876 Location: Sac, Cali User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? Quote: Originally Posted by wagonproject lol...well thats why Im asking as I see the GP and am really thinking about it just wondering if there was any advantage besides looks. One of the biggest advantages is that you don't have to run more line that can leak!! Another advantage is you can get 5 gauges in the space of 1.5 mechanical's. Last edited by dB Zac : 03-10-2004 at 07:47 PM.
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wagonproject Short Bus Anonymous Age: 20 Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 6,074 Location: Kalamazoo, MI User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? How do they display, just like 5 different numbers? I see pics, but its only got the 2
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03-10-2004, 08:10 PM	#6
dB Zac Registered User Age: 32 Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 1,876 Location: Sac, Cali User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? Mine is set up kinda like tank LT frt RT frt PSI LT rr Rt rr
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SlammedDime Registered User Age: 25 Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 13,735 Location: Glendale, AZ User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? If you don't have a tank sender, and just 4 bags, it will display all 4 bags constantly, but if you have a tank sender as well... it will flash between the 4 bags, and the tank. Its not like one is 'better' than the other, because they both do the same thing as the next, but they do add some 'fashion' to the truck or car, and if you got the money, go for it.
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03-10-2004, 08:11 PM	#8
SlammedDime Registered User Age: 25 Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 13,735 Location: Glendale, AZ User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? What I said is true for the 2 1/16" digi gauge ** Last i checked.
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03-10-2004, 08:14 PM	#9
dB Zac Registered User Age: 32 Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 1,876 Location: Sac, Cali User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? My Dakota gauge does all 5 at the same time.. I'll take a pic of it and post it tomorrow Last edited by dB Zac : 03-10-2004 at 08:16 PM.
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SlammedDime Registered User Age: 25 Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 13,735 Location: Glendale, AZ User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? Yea, you prolly have the rectangular one....I think the round gauge does it differently, because of the area constraints Last edited by SlammedDime : 03-10-2004 at 09:35 PM.
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08-31-2005, 03:42 PM	#11
98SS former owner Age: 25 Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 7,102 Location: outside Memphis User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? I noticed this thread has no pictures or specs of these gauges, and yet, it's included in the helpful bag forum links. Maybe this will help others when they come to read up on digital gauges. ->Odyssey Series I, Quad Air Pressure Monitor<- From Dakota Digital Quoted from website: "The ODY-19-4 Quad Air Pressure gauge can monitor and simultaneously display the front and rear pressure on front/ rear or four wheel independent air ride systems to display each air bag for proper pressure. The ODY-19-4 also displays the air tank pressure with other readings. Dakota Digital instruments offer a high brightness, vacuum fluorescent display for excellent daytime visibility and a lifetime of trouble free use. Dakota Digital instruments are fully backed by a Limited 24-month Warranty against manufacturer defects and provide the accuracy and performance you've come to expect from Dakota Digital! User adjustable high and low warning points can trigger a external light or buzzer. (not included) Night dimming. Range: Requires use of specific sender for desired range. 0-150 or 0-400 psi. When monitoring tank pressure, the same type (0-150, or 0-400psi) of sensor must be used. A single sensor will be required for each pressure reading. For example, a full independent (front/back/side to side) air system would require 4 sensors (1 for each airbag). A fifth sensor can be added to monitor the air tank pressure if desired, the tank sensor must be the same type (0-150 or 0-400psi) as the others. Resolution: 1 psi for 0- 150 psi range/ 2 psi for 0- 400 psi range. Choice of either Blue, Green or Teal display. Choice of either Satin, Black or Chrome bezel. Machined aluminum bezel and housing." (as of Aug. 31st, 2005. Site and product subject to change*) I especially like the feature described HERE about the feature that enables you to have your truck automatically air up to a preset height upon starting the vehicle. That would be sweet as hell doubled up with a remote start. Have your truck start up and air up on it's own while you watch from inside your house.
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IceDime NO H-body, New Dime Age: 25 Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 2,496 Location: Birmingham, AL User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? they SUCK, they are off as much as 18psi all the time, you never know what height you are really at, if you have a bad ground anywhere they screw up, I had them, sold them, they SUCK. I went back to analog because with analog I never have to wonder what psi I am really at.
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SLAMnoma95 SK= Midwest's Elite Age: 21 Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 4,941 Location: Detroit User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? well...to address that....i dont really care about 10psi off or w/e, its mainly just for show and an idea, they look better....i drive by feel anyways and the gp was LONG gone....check his post, its from March
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ESBaged Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 313 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? I hate them. to jumpy. A couple times I was reading really high pressure so I went to drop and ended up hitting the ground because the presure was actualy way lower than what they were reading. After 18 months only one sending unit works anyway.
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HouseOfAtlas Time to bulk up! Age: 26 Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 4,329 Location: Cottage Grove, Minnesota User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? Quote: Originally Posted by ESBaged I hate them. to jumpy. A couple times I was reading really high pressure so I went to drop and ended up hitting the ground because the presure was actualy way lower than what they were reading. After 18 months only one sending unit works anyway. I agree. Mine seem like they take a couple minutes after starting the truck to get to their "true" PSI. Don't know why, but that is how it seems. Also, like you said, the guage will read a certain PSI and then you go to hit the switch lightly, where it should only drop 4PSI or so if the switch is hit right, but, then you see it drops 12PSI. On the other hand, there is less chance of leaks and the gauge fits right in my left air vent.
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SLAMnoma95 SK= Midwest's Elite Age: 21 Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 4,941 Location: Detroit User is: OffLine	Re: Are digital gauges worth it? like i say before, gauges are a nice reference but i dunno...i HAVE to drive by the feel of the truck, if its too low, lil air, too bumpy, lil less....i just use something static to tell me what my height should be. For example, side view mirror in relation to the bedrail is a good one for me
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