Released in 1942, this exciting dash layout was put on hold for WWII, then came right back into action for 1946-48. We’ve crafted a direct-fit instrument system to fit the stock dash with chrome-plated, billet aluminum round gauge bezel, six analog readings, and a pair of LCD message centers. Keep your original trim panel for the rectangular satellite gauges, and don’t forget the matching VLC-42F clock for the passenger side! Also fits 1942-48 Mercury cars. Fully lit needles, backlit faces, and highly visible LCD message centers are a few of the things that you can see which set the VHX Series apart from yesterday’s traditional approach to instrumentation. A few of the features which you don’t normally see are the micro-controlled precision stepper motors, solid-state sensors for unparalleled accuracy, and user-customizable display feedback, all supported by an unrivaled limited lifetime warranty which has become the standard for Dakota Digital instrumentation systems. Completely engineered and manufactured at their facility in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the VHX Series has completely revolutionized the instrumentation industry! Black face. White display. Includes new chrome bezel for speedometer only. Uses stock accessory gauge bezel for Fuel, Oil Pressure, Volts, Water Temperature. Features 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. 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. 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.