They look great too. They are small Stewart Warner guages mounted in chrome bezels, they almost look like they are supposed to be there. They are oldies but goodies.

 

Any recommendations on where to get one easily? I figured I'd try Auto Zone but I'm not fond of going there.

 

Any automotive store of that sort should either have'm or could get you one. I like his because they are old school looking.

 

I found their website but there are a ton of choices ... any specific model recommendations for my car?

http://www.stewartwarner.net/SW%20Pages/swgauge3b.htm

 

I would say you are on the right track. An oil guage that reads from 0-80 should do it. Ask your mechanic whether an electric or mechanical is best.

 

Let's stay on topic here to help Pammie out. Please handle any personal debates in private.
Thank you,
Chris

 

For something to be somewhat hidden on the interior, I'd go with an electric. They'll be less intrusive and you don't have to worry about that tube getting knicked and squirting oil all over the place. You may be able to find a replacement cluster that looks close to original, but with modern gauges. I've seen them around, but don't remember the websites right now.

Pammie...No problem on the comments. I call 'em like I see 'em. I've come across too many cars that people haven't taken care of and it really strikes a nerve. It's part of the reason I won't pay very much money for a used car. I'm currently rebuilding a tranny with 40k miles on it because the previous owner didn't do any maintenance (which also led to a blown engine...CEL was on for 30k miles before the engine decided to melt down).

 

Excellent point Colorado, that would be a terrible mess. I'm gonna see my brother later this weekend, I'll take a pic of his and showya Pammie.

 

Ooh, I can't wait to see his ....

 

I'd rather be **** and check every gauge every 10 minutes than ignore everything and end up with problems. I figure owning an older car is a responsibility, and I take mine serious. I dropped a lot of money into this car and want it to be around for a long, long time.

I grew up with a father who knew how to open the hood, look inside, then take it to the mechanic. My first boyfriend taught me how to check oil and did so on his Plymouth Road Runner .. damn I wish I knew then what I know now about that car!