Adding gauges to a new Suzuki DF140?

[gonefishn34]

Hi,<br /><br />I'm purchasing a new Suzuki DF140. It is going on a new boat so I have a chance to decide what I want for instrumentation. It comes with the single multifunction gauge. I thinking of either replacing that or complementing it with speedometer, fuel gauge, voltmeter,etc.<br /><br />I like the idea of knowing how the engine is running and not counting on the audible alarms in the multi-function gauge. I can get gauges from Suzuki, does anyone recommend other brands? (Who makes the Suzuki gauges anyway?)<br /><br />What do have others done? What gauges would you install? Thoughts? Constructive opinions?<br /><br />Thank you.

 

[DJ]

Re: Adding gauges to a new Suzuki DF140?

gonefishn34,<br /><br />I had Suzuki guages with my DT-140 (2-stroke). I never had any trouble with them. Can't say as to who makes them.<br /><br />Forget the speedometer, they're useless. I equip boats this way.<br /><br />Tachometer (I think you already have?)<br /><br />Trim<br /><br />Water Pressure<br /><br />Volts<br /><br />Fuel <br /><br />I like to place the trim and water pressure guages on either side of the tachometer. This allows you to see all thrree of these vital functions at a glance. The volt and fuel guages can go anywhere, you will not be looking at them that much.

 

[JB]

Re: Adding gauges to a new Suzuki DF140?

Moving to General Outboard