GI: "YarGauge" replacement clock module (Digital Tach, etc.)

[devinlamothe]

Originally Posted by CTScott

Yes. A switch bank on the back allows configuration of options including metric vs. US standard.

Sweet. Sorry if this was already answered way back.

[cdydjded]

Originally Posted by CTScott

Right now I have the following programmed:

1. RPM (displayed as a number or a bar graph)
2. Clock
3. Fuel Economy (MPG)
4. Ambient Temp
5. Coolant Temp
6. Intake Air Temp
7. Display / Clear DTCs (check engine light)
8. Battery voltage.

If there are additional data pieces that people would like to see, let me know and I'll add them before I go to production.

One option that I will be building in is a USB interface for connecting a laptop for those that wish to do data logging. The PC software will be a reasonably priced option that will be offered within a couple of months after the release of the unit itself.

Just found this post, count me in on one. I do have a question, would it be possible to add a programable shift light feature? For example, if I was wanting to shift @ 6200RPM the display would flash when the programed RPM is reached? BTW what you are doing is a great idea, keep up the good work.

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by cdydjded

Just found this post, count me in on one. I do have a question, would it be possible to add a programable shift light feature? For example, if I was wanting to shift @ 6200RPM the display would flash when the programed RPM is reached? BTW what you are doing is a great idea, keep up the good work.

Hmmm. Shift light function would be easy to add. The only thing is that it might not be the ideal place for one peripheral vision wise, while launching.

[cdydjded]

Yes I agree with you, if you can add it I think it would be a good option. Also you mentioned you could remove the speed limiter, again some people might be interested in that also.

[kaly5]

Hi all,

New to the forum here.

CTScott - this one cool project you are undertaking. It is great enough to make me join the forum! Count me in for one of these. Thanks for your great work.

[Revsson]

Looking good CTScott!
With these tap splices, will it be easy to put back the old unit, in case I
would sell the car?

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by Revsson

Looking good CTScott!
With these tap splices, will it be easy to put back the old unit, in case I
would sell the car?

Yes. You'd pop them off and put a small piece of tape over the nick in the insulation.

[RedRide]

Originally Posted by Revsson

Looking good CTScott!
With these tap splices, will it be easy to put back the old unit, in case I
would sell the car?

Why remove it if you sell it?

I suspect that any new owner would like the mod also.

[IsLNdbOi]

... and it probably wouldn't work on other cars unless you plan on getting another Yaris if you sold your current one.

[DenverDave]

After reading this thread it appears the YarGauge will not work on my 2010 3-dr manual, which has a tach on the left.

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by DenverDave

After reading this thread it appears the YarGauge will not work on my 2010 3-dr manual, which has a tach on the left.

That's correct, since the clock is not a separate module, like on the tachless ones. I am trying to figure out where the YarGauge could be integrated to have the OEM look for tach equipped liftbacks and sedans.

[goku87]

Oh that sucks. I was totally going to buy one but didn't know the new ones came with a tach lol.

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by goku87

Oh that sucks. I was totally going to buy one but didn't know the new ones came with a tach lol.

For 2010 all manual transmission LBs come with the tach. Autos still do not.

[devinlamothe]

Still want me to take some pics of the inside of my cluster? I have one with a tach - just tell me what you need a pic of and I can do it tonight.

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by devinlamothe

Still want me to take some pics of the inside of my cluster? I have one with a tach - just tell me what you need a pic of and I can do it tonight.

I actually have one on my test bench. I don't see being able to mount it within the tach cluster without modification, so I am looking for someplace outside of the cluster. For example, one thought is to mount it in place of one of the center AC vents. I am open to suggestions.

I obviously could mount it in a small enclosure, that you can put anywhere (like the scangauge), but that diminishes its value versus products like scangauge.

[devinlamothe]

Originally Posted by CTScott

I actually have one on my test bench. I don't see being able to mount it within the tach cluster without modification, so I am looking for someplace outside of the cluster. For example, one thought is to mount it in place of one of the center AC vents. I am open to suggestions.

I obviously could mount it in a small enclosure, that you can put anywhere (like the scangauge), but that diminishes its value versus products like scangauge.

Alright then. I am going to look tonight to see where would be a good place to mount it (for me anyway).

One question though: since we can't replace the clock module, is hooking it up going to be more difficult? IE: are more spliced required?

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by devinlamothe

Alright then. I am going to look tonight to see where would be a good place to mount it (for me anyway).

One question though: since we can't replace the clock module, is hooking it up going to be more difficult? IE: are more spliced required?

You'd have 3-4 more wires to tap:

Ground, constant power, switched power, and possibly dimmer.

To install the proto on my 09 w/out tach, I only had to tap one wire (outside temp sensor), as I realized that the two can bus connections could be made to two test points on the back of the cluster.

[IsLNdbOi]

Does the '09 5-door LB have a built in temp. sensor? When I installed my CIPA rear-view mirror w/ compass, temp. and map lights, I had to install a temp. sensor. I clipped that to the bottom-most grill on the front bumper.