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steined

01-26-2006, 01:28 PM

http://www.intense-racing.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=LSJ-AFT-SCx&Category_Code=LSJ_Electronics

I wonder if something like that would fit there! That would be pretty cool.

Fishhunter911

01-26-2006, 01:33 PM

http://www.intense-racing.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=LSJ-AFT-SCx&Category_Code=LSJ_Electronics

I wonder if something like that would fit there! That would be pretty cool.

I have no idea if it will or not but I like that!!! I would hook up the trans temp and the knock retard:thumbsup:

Essque

01-26-2006, 03:51 PM

bad ass, nice find and hopefully it fits!

Spaceaddict

01-26-2006, 03:59 PM

If only there was one that said "LS" instead of "SS"... I'd be all over it... J/K :crazy: :raspberry :dielaugh:

smoky69101

01-26-2006, 04:49 PM

It should perfectly, depending on the trim ring of course :thumbsup:

steined

01-26-2006, 06:33 PM

I'll check it out with the vendor. I know them and I think they would probably let me play with it a while.

TBSS

01-26-2006, 07:55 PM

The LS2 uses the CAN bus which could be problematic, I'm not sure this gauge has CAN capability.

homertime

01-26-2006, 08:57 PM

Kinda expensive as an "accessory" to put there, but I'd just email them for dimensions!

If it's smaller, you can make it fit by modifying that piece currently there.

If too large, I think you'd be SOL

smoky69101

01-27-2006, 12:47 AM

:m2: Listen it's a 52mm basic cockpit style guage that fits in any 52mm guage pod, so just grab some randomn $20 autometer guage, that like myself im sure most of us just have sittin around in the garage, slap it up there, and there ya go :thumbsup:

Essque

01-27-2006, 01:29 AM

hmm thanks for the info, this has only been an afterthought until i read this post lol

steined

01-27-2006, 01:59 AM

Hmmm...

This may be an answer.

http://forums.trailvoy.com/showpost.php?p=52424&postcount=9

Now on to the CAN bus issue...

OurZoo

01-27-2006, 02:53 AM

You could also put on the A pillar or do what I did:
http://gallery.trailvoy.com/showphoto.php/photo/1523/cat/506/ppuser/775/sl/o

02redhawk

01-28-2006, 08:18 PM

Neat little unit, although after how badly Intense has repeatedly screwed over the Grand Prix crowd, I'd never even think of ordering it from them....

steined

01-30-2006, 01:49 AM

after how badly Intense has repeatedly screwed over the Grand Prix crowd, I'd never even think of ordering it from them....

I think that's a little unfair and off topic. Let's not turn this into a flame war or get off topic please.

ScarabEpic22

01-30-2006, 02:00 AM

OK, so lemme get this straight:
As of this minute, an Aeroforce Interceptor guage would not work in a TB SS because it uses the CAN bus, correct?

If true, then does anyone know when the new version that supports CAN will be out and if I were to get one would it work in an 02 TB with the regular Class-2 and then down the line in a few months/years I could just swap in into an SS?

OurZoo

01-30-2006, 02:04 AM

I'm pretty sure that it is either one or the other and not both.

steined

01-30-2006, 08:54 AM

A little birdie told me they were working on the CAN bus version and maybe late March early April would be a guess. I bet they have a lot of requests given the LS2 is CAN bus.

I have no idea on backward compatibility. I'd bet on no just because of the added code to handle both protocols....

Darkside

01-30-2006, 03:58 PM

thaar

01-30-2006, 04:50 PM

Hmmm...

This may be an answer.

http://forums.trailvoy.com/showpost.php?p=52424&postcount=9

Now on to the CAN bus issue...

So the answer is just to get a turbo now:cool:

ScarabEpic22

01-30-2006, 08:17 PM

OK, thanks guys. I will just have to wait until they release the CAN bus version and get an SS before I get one.

GTPprix

01-30-2006, 08:21 PM

I'll be doing some testing for them on these trucks as I beta'd the other units. They currently DO NOT support CAN!

PediDr2

03-21-2006, 06:47 PM

I just partially removed the dash and popped the SS emblem out. There's quite a lot of space back there. I was thinking of making a sunglass holder to fit in there. Has anyone thought of this? (I tried a quick search)
What do the other TB's put in this space?
I recall the 4wd/2wd switch in the same spot.
TIA

BLZR SS

03-22-2006, 01:17 AM

SsWeberSs

03-22-2006, 08:29 AM

I always wanted to make a secret door there. It would not require much other than small parts. In my imagination, I see myself hitting a button and that SS dash emblem popping out. Store anything I don't want in my pockets in that space like large amounts of money or maybe a sack (hacky sack :)).

GMtech45

03-22-2006, 12:16 PM

Mine's getting a trans. temp guage there

Envoy Fan

03-22-2006, 12:18 PM

Mine's getting a trans. temp guage there

Great idea :thumbsup: How about some install pics :D

OurZoo

03-22-2006, 12:35 PM

What's considered a bad temp for our trannies? Typically I have mine on intake air temp and the MAF. This would be such a cool thing for you SS guys or any of you guys that take it to the track!

GTPprix

03-22-2006, 12:36 PM

We'll have em soon ;)

TBSS

03-22-2006, 12:49 PM

We'll have em soon ;)
Have what - the AeroForce gauges? :eek:

If so, how soon is 'soon'?

PediDr2

03-22-2006, 12:50 PM

What's the diameter of the opening? Does it just pop-out with a little prying?

Thanks in advance.
It appears to be 2 1/16 ish.
It pops out from behind. There are two clips at 3 and 9 o'clock, and a centering pin at 6 o'clock.

NORCAL SS

03-23-2006, 03:08 AM

ONLY THING im puttin in that spot is this guage for the magnacharger

http://www.autometer.com/cat_gaugedetail.aspx?gid=3149&sid=11

GaryTucker

03-23-2006, 11:43 AM

Has anyone tried a 2 1/16 gauge there yet? I'm wanting a trans temp gauge and that would be a perfect spot for it. My major concern on the trans is the fact that it doesn't have the aux. cooler...just the radiator one. Thanks!

GTPprix

03-23-2006, 11:44 AM

Yup sure have they fit just fine! :)

GaryTucker

03-23-2006, 12:28 PM

Thanks!

BowtieNut

05-09-2006, 03:46 PM

Any more word on when these Aeroforce gauges might be available for the LS2?

Foop

05-09-2006, 10:23 PM

I think a lbs torque gauge from an SSR would be cool too.

TBSS

05-09-2006, 10:54 PM

I think a lbs torque gauge from an SSR would be cool too.
Except it only goes to 400 ft/lbs. :)

Jonzoso

05-10-2006, 01:35 AM

GMtech45

05-10-2006, 06:09 AM

I've been wanting a trans temp gauge, too, but how do you hook it up? Some of them are by a sensor put into the pan. Are there any that can be installed without putting a hole in the transmission pan?

First, no a 2 1/16 ga. will NOT fit the hole.....hole is too big. I'm in the process of installing a trans temp ga. now. I'm modifying the SS plug to hold the ga. I got a B&M from Summit that you cut the trans cooler oil return line to put the sensor in.

BowtieNut

05-10-2006, 09:35 AM

I've been wanting a trans temp gauge, too, but how do you hook it up? Some of them are by a sensor put into the pan. Are there any that can be installed without putting a hole in the transmission pan?
I've had a trans temp gauge in all my vehicles, and I used to always put it in the pan. On my last truck ('98 Tahoe) I put it in the "pressure test port" in the side of the trans case, and that seemed to work just as well. It comes up to operating temp quicker than when it's in the pan, and it's 1/8" NPT just like the sensor, so it just screwed right in with no adapters or anything. These were the Autometer electric trans temp gauges. If this Interceptor gauge doesn't come out for our LS2's SOON, I'll be buying another Autometer and screwing it into the test port again. I haven't actually looked around under the TBSS to see how hard it is to get at though.

GMtech45

05-23-2006, 12:26 PM

trans temp ga installed

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f398/GMtech45/P5220272.jpg

BowtieNut

05-23-2006, 02:38 PM

That looks good. Looks like it could have been made like that.:yes:

I just picked up my Autometer trans temp gauge yesterday. I wanted the Aeroforce one, but I just couldn't wait any longer. I emailed them and they said they are working on it and it should be soon. But I gotta tow the camper next weekend, so I started to put in the Autometer last night. It got too late, so I'll finish it up tonight.

cmadams4

05-24-2006, 01:06 PM

What about relocating the wiper switch and installing another gauge?

BLK60SS

05-24-2006, 02:44 PM

What about relocating the wiper switch and installing another gauge?

I think that opening would be too small for a guage.

blktbon20s

05-24-2006, 03:29 PM

trans temp ga installed

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f398/GMtech45/P5220272.jpg
looks like someone got headrest TVs!:D

GMtech45

05-24-2006, 05:14 PM

looks like someone got headrest TVs!:D

WOW what an eye!!!! not for me, g/f's Venture

terdrocket

05-24-2006, 08:38 PM

2-5/8 gauge?

matt04TB

05-24-2006, 09:45 PM

How about a push-button start / stop for the engine? now THAT would be AWESOME!!! :yes:

BLK60SS

05-24-2006, 09:48 PM

How about a push-button start / stop for the engine? now THAT would be AWESOME!!! :yes:

Eh, what's the point, other than looks. Good idea though.

ghoster

05-24-2006, 09:51 PM

Eh, what's the point, other than looks. Good idea though.

well....with the notoriously bad ignition switch that we have......could be an interesting change. Not for me though, my XM is mounted there.:cool:

matt04TB

05-24-2006, 09:51 PM

Eh, what's the point, other than looks. Good idea though.

The point is, they are way cool, and thats about it!

GMtech45

05-25-2006, 06:06 AM

2-5/8 gauge?

2 1/16".....the hole is too big with the cover out so I hogged out the "SS" cover to fit the ga.

BLK60SS

05-25-2006, 12:32 PM

The point is, they are way cool, and thats about it!
LOL. I always thought push-to-start buttons were for Aston Martins and production numbers in the hundreds.:crazy: