Product Description:
The European-inspired design of 1970- 81 Camaros gave us a cockpit full of driver-oriented instruments; high-zoot in 1970 but long in the tooth today. This HDX package is a bolt-in operation and brings fully configurable, twin TFT message centers in addition to six analog needles with stepper motor movements. Black or silver face styling and user-settable illumination assures a perfect match to your theme. HDX-70C-CAM utilizes a stock or reproduction bezel, as one is not supplied.
Available with your choice of black or silver alloy gauge-face styling, each HDX system allows the user to select independent illumination colors for the gauge readings and needles, as well as the message centers. Calibration and personal settings are manipulated with the built-in, capacitive-touch buttons, or the available Bluetooth app for Apple and Android devices. Each needle hub is black nickel plated spun-aluminum to match the buttons. All HDX instrument systems feature dead-faced indicators (turn signals, high beam, check engine, cruise control, parking brake, plus two user-definable), and a red, settable warning light for each gauge. With our central control box, installation is greatly simplified with vehicle-harness sourced signals and supplied, solid state sending units connecting cleanly to their respective terminal.
*Bezel not included, shown for visual/presentation purposes.
System uses OEM or reproduction style bezel.
Hawks Motorsports offers our clients this 1970-1981 Camaro Dakota Digital HDX Instrument System - HDX-70C-CAM for upgrading the factory instrument area in second generation Camaro models with a high-end, direct-fit electronic gauge system. This HDX package combines six analog needle displays with fully configurable twin TFT message centers, giving the Camaro dash modern function while still working with the original-style dash layout.
The HDX system is designed to use a stock or reproduction Camaro instrument bezel, which is not included. Buyers can choose black or silver alloy gauge-face styling depending on the selected option, along with user-settable illumination for the gauge readings, needles, and message centers.
This instrument system is a strong upgrade for restored drivers, restomod builds, pro-touring Camaros, LS swaps, EFI conversions, and custom interiors where accurate readings, cleaner lighting, and more display information are needed. It brings the dash into the modern age without turning the car’s interior into a blinking arcade cabinet.
Features:
- Fits 1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro models
- Dakota Digital HDX instrument system
- Part number HDX-70C-CAM
- Direct-fit instrument system for second generation Camaro applications
- Designed to use a stock or reproduction Camaro instrument bezel
- Six analog needle gauge displays
- Twin TFT digital message centers
- Stepper motor gauge movement
- Black or silver alloy face options depending on selected configuration
- User-selectable illumination colors for gauge readings, needles, and message centers
- Over 30 user-selectable color options
- 12 factory preset color themes
- Full LED / RGB backlighting
- Built-in capacitive touch setup buttons through the gauge face
- Bluetooth app setup capability for Apple and Android devices
- Dead-faced indicators for common vehicle functions
- Red settable warning light for each gauge sweep, except speedometer
- Central control box simplifies wiring and sender integration
- Good upgrade for restoration, restomod, pro-touring, LS swap, EFI conversion, and custom dash builds
Gauge Readings:
- Speedometer: 0-160 MPH
- Tachometer: 0-8,000 RPM
- Oil pressure: 0-80 PSI
- Water temperature: 100-260 degrees Fahrenheit
- Fuel level: E, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, F
- Voltmeter: 9-17 VDC
Digital Message Center Functions:
- Odometer
- Dual trip meters
- Clock
- Estimated range / miles to empty
- 0-60 MPH timer
- 1/8 mile time
- 1/4 mile time
- 1/8 mile trap speed
- 1/4 mile trap speed
- High speed recall
- High RPM recall
- Additional readouts may vary based on vehicle wiring, sensors, and optional modules
Built-In Indicators:
- Left turn signal
- Right turn signal
- High beam
- Check engine
- Parking brake
- Cruise control when vehicle is equipped
- Gear position display with optional gear position sensor
- Two auxiliary user-programmable indicators
- Additional indicators may vary by vehicle setup and wiring
Includes:
- Dakota Digital HDX instrument system
- Central control box
- Main harness / wiring components
- Water temperature sensor with harness
- Oil pressure sensor with harness
- Cable-driven speed sensor / generator with harness
- Sensor bushing kit
- Setup and calibration information
- Instrument system only unless otherwise specified
Not Included:
- Stock instrument bezel
- Reproduction instrument bezel
- Dash bezel trim
- Optional gear position sensor
- Optional dimming knob
- Optional fuel level sender
- Optional OBD-II / CAN interface module
- Optional BIM expansion modules
- Optional GPS speed sender
- Installation labor, wiring repair, dash restoration, tuning, or calibration service
Fitment:
- 1970 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1971 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1972 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1974 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1975 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1977 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1980 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro Base
- 1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro Rally Sport / RS where applicable
- 1973-1981 Chevrolet Camaro LT / Berlinetta where applicable
- 1970-1972 Chevrolet Camaro SS
- 1970-1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
- 1977-1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Fitment Note:
- This instrument system is for 1970-1981 Camaro applications.
- A stock or reproduction Camaro instrument bezel is required and is not included.
- Verify dash bezel style, wiring condition, fuel sender resistance, speed signal source, engine setup, transmission setup, indicator wiring, and selected face option before ordering.
- Some functions require additional modules or sensors.
- Gear position display requires the correct optional gear position sensor.
- Not all original factory indicator lamp functions may be replaced by the new instrument system.
- Professional installation is recommended for modified wiring, LS swaps, EFI conversions, aftermarket transmissions, or custom dash wiring.
| Analog Gauges |
| Speedometer |
| ·0 -160 MPH (optional metric version 0- 260 kmh) |
| ·Split scale provides resolution of a 120MPH speedometer, with a top end range of 160MPH. |
| Tachometer |
| ·0- 8,000 RPM |
| Oil Pressure |
| ·0- 80 psi |
| Water Temperature |
| ·100- 260ºF (optional metric version 40- 120ºC) |
| Fuel Level |
| ·E, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, F |
| Voltmeter |
| ·9- 17 VDC |
| Clock |
| ·12 Hr Analog Clock Movement |
| Digital Message Centers |
| Standard Displays |
| ·Odometer (One time user settable, Million Mile) |
| ·Dual (A/B) Trip Meter (0- 9,999.9) |
| ·Clock (12 hour) |
| ·Estimated Range/ Miles to Empty |
| Performance Meters |
| ·0- 60 MPH Timer (0- 100 kmh) |
| ·1/4 and 1/8 mile time |
| ·1/4 and 1/8 mile end speed (trap speed) |
| ·High speed recall |
| ·High RPM recall |
| Built-in Indicators |
| Indicators |
| ·Turn Signals (Left/ Right) |
| ·High Beam |
| ·Check Engine |
| ·Parking Brake |
| ·Cruise Control (On/ On & Engaged when vehicle is equipped) |
| ·Gear Position (Optional GSS-3000 sensor required) |
| ·4 x 4 (When vehicle is equipped) |
| ·Wait to Start (When vehicle is equipped) |
| ·Two Auxiliary input indicators with user-programmable labels |
| ·Each analog gauge sweep contains a red LED indicator for quick notice of a warning condition (except speedometer) |
**Not all OEM indicator lamp functions will be replaced.
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Lighting Technology |
| Colors |
| ·Over 30 user-selectable color options allow you to independently change the needle color, sweep color and digital TFT display color. |
| Brightness |
| ·Both daytime and nighttime brightness can be easily controlled through the HDX setup menu, allowing you to choose your preferred lighting intensity level, toggled by the activation of the headlight switch. If on-the-fly rotary type control is desired, the DIM-1 is a common accessory to add this functionality. |
| Themes |
| ·With 12 factory preset color themes, you can quickly create a beautiful looking system. Or, for the ultimate in customization, choose all of the color zones yourself. |
| Technology |
| ·Full LED backlighting provides a strikingly visual gauge package, with sharp contrast for ease of viewing both night and day. Full RBG backlighting allows you to create the specific color you want, with a unique daytime and nighttime theme if desired. Whether your goal is an OE look or something truly bold, the HDX Series lets you make that choice. |
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Included Sensors |
| Water Temperature |
| ·1/8" NPT, ground isolated sensor with a 10 ft harness. |
| Oil Pressure |
| ·1/8" NPT solid state sensor with a 10 ft harness. |
| Cable Driven Speed Sensor/ Generator |
| ·Replaces GM style speedometer cables with a 10 ft harness. Sensor requires approximately 5" clearance extending between the cable drive output and any obstruction. Part # 130011 (sold separately) allows for relocation of the pulse generator when additional clearance is required. (Tremec and Ford style adaptors available on request.) |
| Bushings |
| ·Each kit comes with 1/8" to 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" NPT bushings along with bushings for 12mm and 16mm x 1.5 threads. |
| Control Box Dimensions |
| 5.5" x 3.5"x 1" |
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Calibration and Use |
| Pushbutton Control |
| ·All HDX Series Instrument Systems include LED-lit onboard capacitive touch pushbuttons through the gauge face. These pushbuttons provide quick and consistent access to all functions, either in driving mode or while in the setup menu. Button-press feedback is available through the TFT Message Center, or through the included buzzer. Additionally, remote mounted switches can be wired into the HDX system if this proves more accessible based upon seating position. The HDX Series can also be completely configured through the Bluetooth app, suitable to Android and Apple devices. Using your existing tablet or smart phone, download the free app, sync your device to the HDX system, and enjoy quick and convenient menu navigation and real time gauge readouts for diagnostic use or a secondary display. |
| Calibration |
| ·All calibration settings are handled through onboard capacitive touch switches or the remote Bluetooth app. While many calibration settings exist, the speedometer and fuel level are completed in most cases (unless GPS-50-2 is used, negating the need to calibrate the speedometer) through a few taps of the pushbuttons and a short test drive of the vehicle. |
