When you slide behind the wheel of a 1967-72 Chevy or GMC pickup, the view over the hood is timeless. Your gauges should be just as dialed-in as the rest of your build. Whether you’re restoring a classic or building a modernized street machine, the Dakota Digital VHX Series Gauge Set (Part #DD672W) brings your dash into the present without sacrificing its vintage soul.
Engineered as a direct-fit system for ’67-’72 GM pickups, this setup installs into your stock or reproduction bezel and instantly upgrades your interior with a clean, high-performance look that feels right at home.
Loaded with Tech: What the VHX Series Brings to the Table
This isn’t just a gauge replacement; it’s a complete instrumentation overhaul. Dakota Digital packs the VHX Series (Part #DD672W) with modern features designed to give you total control and visibility behind the wheel:
Core Gauge Package:
- Analog speedometer (0–160 MPH)
- Analog tachometer (0–8,000 RPM)
- Oil pressure gauge
- Water temperature gauge
- Fuel level gauge (user-selectable ohm ranges for compatibility)
- Voltmeter
Integrated Digital Information Center:
- Odometer with non-volatile memory
- Dual trip meters
- Clock display
- Hour meter
- Performance readouts (0–60 MPH and 1/4-mile elapsed time)
- System setup and calibration interface via push-button controls
Lighting & Display:
- LED backlighting for needles, numerals, and LCD display
- Adjustable brightness and auto-dimming feature
- High-contrast message center for easy readability
Precision Electronics:
- Microprocessor-controlled stepper motor movements
- Solid-state inputs for consistent, accurate readings
- Fully programmable speedometer (no mechanical cable required)
Indicators & Alerts:
- Integrated turn signal indicators (left/right)
- High beam indicator
- Check engine indicator
- Parking brake warning light
- Additional warning outputs configurable through the system
Included Sensors & Installation Components
Dakota Digital includes a full sensor package with the VHX Series (Part #DD672W), eliminating the guesswork and ensuring compatibility right out of the box:
- Water Temperature Sender
- Thread size: 1/8" NPT
- Designed to thread directly into most intake manifolds or cylinder heads
- Provides accurate coolant temperature readings to the control module
- Oil Pressure Sender
- Thread size: 1/8" NPT
- Electronic pressure transducer replaces factory-style mechanical units
- Delivers precise oil pressure data with improved reliability
- Electronic Speed Sensor (Pulse Generator)
- Typically, a 3-wire hall-effect sensor
- Designed for transmission-mounted applications (adaptable to most GM transmissions)
- Allows for fully electronic speedometer calibration (no cable drive required)
- User-calibrated via push-button interface for tire size and gear ratio changes
- Control Module (Central Control Box)
- Acts as the brain of the system, processing all sensor inputs
- Simplifies wiring by centralizing connections
- Vehicle-Specific Wiring Harness
- Pre-terminated connectors for plug-and-play style installation
- Labeled wiring reduces installation time and complexity
- Mounting Hardware & Switches
- Includes push-button switches for setup, calibration, and display cycling
- Hardware designed for clean mounting behind the dash
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Built to Outperform: Why This System Stands Above the Rest
The Dakota Digital VHX Series (Part #DD672W) is built specifically for your truck - not adapted to fit it. That means a smoother install, cleaner wiring, and a finished look that feels factory installed.
The hybrid analog/digital design keeps the classic gauge sweep you expect while delivering modern accuracy and expanded functionality behind the scenes. Add in built-in performance timers and digital data tracking, and you’ve got a system that goes beyond monitoring - it enhances how you drive.
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More Than Gauges: What This Upgrade Means for Your Truck
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Upgrading to the VHX system transforms your driving experience. Instead of guessing or relying on outdated readings, you get precise, real-time data that keeps you informed whether you’re cruising the coast or pushing your truck harder on the open road.
Visually, it’s just as impactful. The refined face design, bright LED illumination, and integrated display give your dash a clean, high-end look that elevates the entire interior. It’s the kind of upgrade that complements everything from stock restorations to full restomod builds.
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From Shop Floor to Show Field: Why Builders Choose VHX
Truck enthusiasts know the difference is in the details—and the Dakota Digital VHX Series delivers. It respects the original design of the ’67-’72 GM pickup while adding the modern functionality today’s drivers expect.
Whether your truck is built to drive, show, or both, this system provides the performance, reliability, and style to match the rest of your build.
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Dialed-In Driving Starts at Classic Industries
- Above: Dakota Digital gauge cluster in a 1972 Chevrolet C10
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Your gauges are your connection to everything happening under the hood. With the Dakota Digital VHX Series Gauge Set (Part #DD672W), that connection becomes sharper, smarter, and more reliable than ever.
If you’re ready to bring your classic truck’s dash up to speed, this is the upgrade that ties it all together - available now at Classic Industries®.
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Above: The 1968 Chevrolet C10 lead interior photo showing the Dakota Digital VHX Series Gauge Set (Part #DD672W), the three-quarter front picture, and the three-quarter rear image just above (provided courtesy of Mecum Auctions).
