Digital Auto Gauges & Dials: Style and Good Looks

Numerous ways exist to customize your ride; you can add neon lights, drop your car to just inches above the ground and add enormous rims and tires. However, adding custom dash gauges can give your car a unique look and enormous style. You'll find a wide array of colors and effects from which to choose, as well.

One of the most popular styles is a simple white background, with either red or white numbers/lettering. This allows you to see the gauge better, and it just looks good. How do you add custom gauge and dial covers to your ride? Well, the answer to that question will depend largely on what type of car you have.

Older vehicles simply have 4 or 5 screws holding the gauge cluster in. However, newer models have tons of trim that must be removed prior to actually removing the gauge cluster. Yes, you have to remove the gauge cluster to insert those new covers.

First, determine what trim must come off (a Haynes manual works well here). Remove the trim, and then locate the screws holding the assembly in. After removing these, the assembly should slide free of the dash. You'll still have to take the outer cover off, as well.

Now, simply place the new covers over your old gauges and dials. You'll need to remove the needles to do this for most cars. Be careful here; you must put the needles back in the right position, in order for them to be accurate.

Now is also a good time to add a new light to your dash to make the most of the new look. Check out our car light accessories for ideas on how to highlight your dash, and we also have neon lights for trucks available.