If you’re diving into the world of classic Corvettes, specifically the 1978-82 models, you’re in for a treat. These cars have a ton of potential, especially when you start throwing in some upgrades. One of the best ways to modernize that vintage cockpit is with the Dakota Digital HDX instrument system. Seriously, this thing transforms your dash into something that feels fresh and relevant without losing that classic vibe.

Let’s talk features. You’ve got a couple of options for gauge-face styling—black or silver. Both look sharp, but the real magic happens with the TFT message centers. These bad boys offer full-color customization, so you can display all the important info right when you need it. And installation? It's a breeze. You can bolt this system right into your stock bezels and housings, which means you won’t have to butcher your interior to get it to fit.

Each HDX system gives you independent control over the illumination colors for the gauges and needles, plus the message centers. You can tweak all of that using the built-in capacitive-touch buttons or even through a Bluetooth app—yeah, it’s that modern. The needle hubs are made from black nickel-plated spun-aluminum, which not only looks good but matches the buttons perfectly.

Now, for those who love the nitty-gritty, here’s what you can expect in terms of specs:

• Speedometer: 0-160 MPH (and there's a metric version that goes up to 260 km/h). The split scale gives you the resolution of a 120 MPH speedometer, which is pretty handy.
• Tachometer: 0-8,000 RPM—perfect for those who like to push their engine.
• Oil Pressure: 0-80 psi, keeping you informed about your engine's health.
• Water Temperature: Ranges from 100-260°F (or 40-120°C for the metric folks).
• Fuel Level: Clear indicators from E to F, so you know exactly where you stand.
• Voltmeter: 9-17 VDC—because you need to keep an eye on your electrical system.
• Clock: 12-hour analog clock movement for that classic touch.

But wait, there’s more! The HDX system also has performance meters, so you can time your 0-60 runs and even track your quarter-mile times. Plus, it comes with dead-faced indicators for all the essentials—turn signals, high beams, check engine lights, and more. You even get two user-definable indicators, which is a nice touch for those who like to customize.

And let’s not forget about the colors. You can choose from over 30 user-selectable options for the needle, sweep, and digital display colors. Daytime and nighttime brightness controls are a cinch to adjust, too. If you want to take it up a notch, there's an accessory to give you on-the-fly rotary control for brightness.

So, if you're looking to bring your '78-82 Corvette into the modern age without losing that classic charm, this HDX instrument system is a solid choice. Just a heads up, expect a wait of 16-20 weeks for delivery, but trust me, it’ll be worth it.

Fitment: This system fits Chevrolet Corvette models from 1978 to 1982. Just make sure you’re working on the right year!