Smiths vs Autometer Instruments

06-25-02, 11:28 AM

You might want to check out Classic Intrument's Hot Rod series. http://www.classicinstruments.net/default.htm

Neal · 06-25-02, 06:34 PM

Autometer has a new line of gauges that replicate the look of Smiths gauges. They have designs for 427 and FIA cobras. I'm using a set of the 427-based gauges for my project. The look without the pain... [img]images/icons/wink.gif[/img]

Ron Earp · 06-25-02, 07:39 PM

Those look good! And, I bet their electric with the full dial look, instead of the electric Smiths that are only half face designs. To get the full 300 degree sweep in Smith's they have to be mechanical.

Advantage Autometer, plus, they work.

Ron

Mark Worthington · 06-25-02, 10:26 PM

Wow, you guys are seriously ragging on the Smiths gauges. What's the deal, are they British or something? [img]images/icons/wink.gif[/img]

Really...why is everyone so down on them? I know for a fact that the Autometer boost gauge is much less accurate than, say, Greddy.

M.B · 06-26-02, 07:36 AM

GT40 had Smiths or S/W.
No Hot rod stuff, as it is the way i see on other stuff !
No offense, just my view.
They´ll work, if they´re ok..
Like everything else..
Large parts of the car industry used Smiths as well as the negatively down written Lucas electrics..
Some still do...

Just a matter of personal opinion.
The GT40 is a "60s" car to me !
Should there fore have that sort of "appearance", if you ask me !

I would hate a digitally instrumented Cobra with modern seats and a BMW engine and GT racing spoilers on...for example..
But, it´s a free world
So..

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P.S those new classic Autometer instruments do look good, thou...
You have my "blessing" !!!

06-26-02, 06:50 PM

Here are what some of Classic's look like:

[ June 26, 2002: Message edited by: Lynn Larsen ]

norman falkiner · 06-27-02, 01:40 AM

Whats the problem with Smiths gauges? I opted for them as they look authentic and have had no problem with them. Regards Norman

**jimbo** · 06-28-02, 10:32 PM

I have had Smiths gauges in a few British cars including my current Mini (78) and they work fine.