Speedhut Custom Gauges - Order Now!

[Native_V_ha]

Well we do have people who are nit pickers on here so you can't even get mad at those type of comments. They can bash the mod all they want, you don't want it then don't by it, wait forever and a day for speed hut...allot of people will be satisfaction with this mod...if you don't want it then don't by it, but don't try to bash it for other because of your "its not perfect, its not perfect", if I had your attitude towards things I could probably find something wrong with anything and never be satisfied. This mod is satisfactory to most, not all but MOST people I've shown it too... You find me what you think a perfect mod is of ANYTHING, I'll look up close, and I will BASH it and find something wrong with it. Can't have that it has to be perfect attitude with everything you'll never get anything done, wither its personal or business. Like I said before it’s a B rating. Unless your doing shows where people like yourself will be all up close to the detail, and i mean really up close, then I wouldn't get it but for the average VX owner its good. MEANING the majority of people who see it. We get this mod done, I’ll put picture on here and I bet you'll be calling in for one, I’ll guarantee it. Unless you allow your “Pride” to get in the way...now that my friend is sad. But you can be picky you have the right...if its A+ or bust in your eyes so be it....

[Dallas4u]

Errrr, I'm not too sure what else to say, so I will just say this... you just restated every reason as to why not to get them. I'll just leave it up to our fellow VX'ers as to how they want to represent their vehicles.

[WormGod]

Now now, lets play nice. School is still in session.

I dont think anyone is TRULLY bashing, but some critiquing just where we should go with this thing. Realistically, the Speedhut option was the first to arrive and folks jumped to that opportunity. Then some jump in stating they would rather see it installed before making the purchase. This, in turn, hurts the overall production of the item since skepticism plays a part, and may hamper it's ever possible existence. Then, another option is made available after the fact that orders and pressure have already been committed to Speedhut. This now doubly frustrates those who have committed.

I speak for myself on this, but as one of the few Speedhut customers, it does indeed cause some frustration to push a product for development, knowing it will only be made after so many orders. Knowing that some can not/will not order without ACTUALLY seeing it first, Knowing that another company is also able to produce this product for less.

This isnt a lecture reply, but IS a "hey, lets all step back and look at the REAL scene before we strangle each other" sort of post. I am all for both instrument panels, and I dont blame folks for not committing before seeing the goods. So, before we start tearing each other apart in a battle royale, I propose that the Speedhut deal continues, the other instrument panel deal goes through with their work, and those who wish to wait and see how these things work out and look, continue to support both groups.

Ya, I know, I sound like some damned tree hugger here. I just dont want to see another thread fade to black in a mist of flaming and mayhem. Especially when there is an interest in it, personally.

[Dallas4u]

I'm not trying to flame anyone personally. I'm not singling any one person out. Heck, I purchased my SC a year ago last month (although I didn't receive it for a month, and didn't have it installed until a month after that). At that point, there were only a few people that had the kit installed, and not all of those vehicles were VXs. I went in somewhat blind, but it just so happened that it was a terrific mod.

I am teetering on the idea of custom gauges. I installed some indiglos on my Prelude, and ended up taking them out because I thought they looked too "rice" I guess you could say. I like the fact of having something, not only different in there, but also like it came designed for the VX. If it comes down to it, I can handle leaving the gauges stock as they aren't bad, it's really the entire dash that needs updating... anyone want to tackle that?

Anyway, again, everyone knows they can do whatever they want to whatever they want (their VX). I just want people to think about it... what is your standard for your VX? Some people buy cars just for transportation. I'm assuming almost all of you didn't buy the VX to be a grocery hauler, or to just drive back and forth, to and fro work.

[AREA 51]

Gotta say it. The I.I. overlays look pretty cheap. They're really just stickers with holes cut around the factory markings. The fillers that go on the inside of the characters , like the inside of the 0 (zero) look like they were cut out by hand. The vehicle owner will probably have to put them in position by hand since they appear to be separate small pieces. Doesn't look like any possibility for E.L either

[johnnyapollo]

I actually don't mind the existing, carbon-fiber gauge faces. To me, altering the bezel/surround would be a more striking option (as long as the contrast was there). You could also go with a glow needle rather than the glow gauge... something else to think about.

-- John

[Jonnie]

Originally posted by johnnyapollo
I actually don't mind the existing, carbon-fiber gauge faces. To me, altering the bezel/surround would be a more striking option (as long as the contrast was there). You could also go with a glow needle rather than the glow gauge... something else to think about.

-- John

Were on the same page. I like the needle idea, and may go to a brushed stainless surround. I also picked up a Rodeo cluster and may use it to replace the VX rpm and speed faces.

Jonathan

[paultvx]

Allright you Ghandi wannabes. No one is bashing anyone here. It's a discussion as far as I am concerned. If one person is harsh with words, then it's only natural for the response to be just as harsh... can't even read some of the responses anyway.

Regardless... here's Speedhut's reply.

Thank you for your interest in our Pre Order Program! Unfortunately, we are unable to offer a 10 minimum at the same price. In the past, we have been able to offer a lower minimum in our Program for a higher
price. With just 10 Pre Orders the cost would be close to double. This may not work with most of our Customers however. Tooling costs are very high and generally cannot be met without enough interest.

*Please check back to see our NEW Premium Gauge line coming exclusively
to Speedhut in November!

Unless we can come up with 18 orders, we are SOL with Speedhut. Am I frustrated by this? not at all. I am OK with the stock gauges and I've never committed to the group buy... specially seeing how timid the response has been since this thing first started and I'm not going to give away my CC info to a stranger for nothing. It looked to be a lost cause right from the start... some people wanted this... others wanted that... it reminded me of waiting in like at Burger King while someone ordered a Whopper but don't want the standard fixings. I still can't unerstand how anyone could install anything that is not up to par into a vehicle the claim to love and cherish. The kit just doesn't look professional compared to the others out there. But, to each his own. There's got to be other manufacturers out there besides Speedhut and Import Intel.

Good luck with Import Intel.

[johnnyapollo]

Here's another:

http://makotoautotrends.com/displayd...-RODE-0002-IG6

I've contacted them but haven't received a response.

Here's a company selling glow needles:

http://www.importcarpartsplus.com/

They are about half the prices above on eBay.

-- John

[paultvx]

The reverse glow from Makoto looks pretty good too. Looks very OEM.

http://makotoautotrends.com/images/p...-XXXX-RVGX.jpg

The kits on Import Car Parts Plus looks to be the same ones from Import Intel.

[Dallas4u]

Here is a company that will do custom designs, yet not El-Glo

http://www.blackcatcustom.com/us-custom.htm

[WormGod]

Originally posted by WormGod
I dont think anyone is TRULLY bashing, but some critiquing just where we should go with this thing.

Just for the record.

If Speedhut cant come through, no love lost anywhere. If they cant commit, then we cant either, so we go back to square one. And square one aint so bad, considering we already have alternatives. It does indeed, look like a lost deal. Anyone else who is still interested in an instrument panel changeout, plan B is still always an option.

[paultvx]

Originally posted by Dallas4u
Here is a company that will do custom designs, yet not El-Glo

http://www.blackcatcustom.com/us-custom.htm

Whoa, no thanks. It'd probably turn out to be a hit though.

Makoto has my vote. Import Intel and anything like it is not an option to me.

Inaba, are you around? Did you send a spare gauge to Speedhut? Seem to remember something to that effect. Perhaps we can do the same again if we find another vendor who is willing... pitch in to cover shipping etc.

[WormGod]

I hate to flog a dead horse, but I guess it is safe to say this is most likely a, well, a dead horse now. I just looked at the site and there are only 8 orders after all this time, and since this thread was buried deep, it most likely will never reach 25.

Has anyone cancelled orders yet? I am debating.

[Vasha13]

I haven't cancelled yet but I've been thinking about it. I guess I will cancel when the other 7 start to cancel their orders.