Chev or GMC gauge cluster in '07 Escalade

[homesick]

This '07 Escalade is the first car or truck I've had, in 50 years, without gauges [oil press, temp, volts]. Any thoughts on swapping with Chev or GMC?

Thanks
joe

 

[11bravo]

I don't have anything to swap, Joe, but I was not aware that the Esky would be that different from the Denali. Do you have idiot lights, instead of gauges? Hope you find someone to help you.

Have you checked ebay for the cluster? They have many listings for second-hand parts, many with full warranties. There are quite a few clusters on there now...$125 to $275.

 

[homesick]

I'm more concerned about the wiring than the physical parts; although I've read that the panel itself is shaped slightly differently.

I've also thought about one of those 'A' pillar gauge mounts; although I don't really like them.

Anyway, thanks. I'm hoping your post will spark more.

joe

 

[SpareParts]

I can get a escalade cluster cheap with the related parts but have decided against it as I like the gauges better.

 

[homesick]

I can get a escalade cluster cheap with the related parts but have decided against it as I like the gauges better.

There's talk about Escalade panel into GMC or Chevy, but not so much the other way.

I think we need to blaze a trail here.

joe

 

[Charlie207]

If you use your phone with an ODB2 dongle, you can run the Torque app. on your phone, and see the same signals that the dash would see.

 

[homesick]

If you use your phone with an ODB2 dongle, you can run the Torque app. on your phone, and see the same signals that the dash would see.

Thanks, but I'm holding out for 'the hard way'.

joe

 

[petethepug]

You can pop in an 09 Esky cluster and have oil pressure visible in the DIC. I believe in 10 GM added another metric for MPG that reads
instantaneously vs an average reading that goes until reset.

A used cluster does not need a reflash to work but the odometer will be off until you do. This means you can test drive it to see if you like it using eBay’s return policy, if offered.

If you like it, have it reflashed for the milage and enjoy the slightly different design.

 

[homesick]

You can pop in an 09 Esky cluster and have oil pressure visible in the DIC. I believe in 10 GM added another metric for MPG that reads
instantaneously vs an average reading that goes until reset.

A used cluster does not need a reflash to work but the odometer will be off until you do. This means you can test drive it to see if you like it using eBay’s return policy, if offered.

If you like it, have it reflashed for the milage and enjoy the slightly different design.

What about voltage or water temperature?

I want traditional gauges with sweep needles.

joe

 

[petethepug]

Yea, you’d be into a GMC or Chevy cluster. Call the guys at ISS automotive and see if they have any solutions.

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If they do have something that works but no gauge sweep, you can install a BTdieselworks autosync that will do that for you.

 

[homesick]

Yea, you’d be into a GMC or Chevy cluster. Call the guys at ISS automotive and see if they have any solutions.

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If they do have something that works but no gauge sweep, you can install a BTdieselworks autosync that will do that for you.

Thanks, I'll check.

joe

 

[homesick]

I just read that instrument clusters are somehow electronically or digitally tied to a specific vehicle; so, won't work in another.

Any thoughts on this?

joe

 

[KidHauler]

I had a Esky cluster in my 12 Tahoe. Works as advertised but not a direct swap. The pigtail connector going to the cluster is different than a Chevy or GMC cluster. Also, when I swapped the Esky cluster in my Tahoe the 4 mounting screws weren't in the same locations. Dashes are also slightly different. No help to you answer but just some info for you.

 

[homesick]

I had a Esky cluster in my 12 Tahoe. Works as advertised but not a direct swap. The pigtail connector going to the cluster is different than a Chevy or GMC cluster. Also, when I swapped the Esky cluster in my Tahoe the 4 mounting screws weren't in the same locations. Dashes are also slightly different. No help to you answer but just some info for you.

Thanks. Too much is better than not enough.

joe

 

[mikez71]

If you use your phone with an ODB2 dongle, you can run the Torque app. on your phone, and see the same signals that the dash would see.

^^ X2 ^^

I was going to recommend BTDieselworks' AutoSync.

The info shows up on your dash.. and you always have a DTC reader built in, as well as several other useful functions.
Don't need a phone or need to plug anything else in. No wiring or installing guages, so easiest as well.

Not analog dials, but you will have access to other info that typically have no guages. (tcc slip, tcc lock indicator, knock retard, MAF, IAT)

The downside is the price. ($300)
Though I have spent more than that on a couple guages, so it may actually be cheaper depending which guages/mounting pods you go with.

 

[homesick]

^^ X2 ^^

I was going to recommend BTDieselworks' AutoSync.

The info shows up on your dash.. and you always have a DTC reader built in, as well as several other useful functions.
Don't need a phone or need to plug anything else in. No wiring or installing guages, so easiest as well.

Not analog dials, but you will have access to other info that typically have no guages. (tcc slip, tcc lock indicator, knock retard, MAF, IAT)

The downside is the price. ($300)
Though I have spent more than that on a couple guages, so it may actually be cheaper depending which guages/mounting pods you go with.

Thanks.

I have questions...

I thought my '07 Escalade is a GMT-800, but the seller's saying GMT-900.

Also, will it work on BT, rather than Wifi?

I have a spot on the dash where I could permanently put a small screen [phone or Garmin size].

joe

 

[mikez71]

07-14 are GMT-900.

Don't think the AutoSync will work with bluetooth.
It only has wi-fi for updates, or the custom BCM programming option. (additional $$, also worth it IMO)
The guage info shows up on the dash pixels, so no screen needed with the AutoSync.
You hit the mirror left or right (without selecting a mirror) and it will pull up 1 of 3 possible gauge sets. (2 left, 1 right)
(pushing mirror up direction returns to the factory displays)
The gauges stay on until shutdown. Upon restart, you will have to select which gauges you want displayed again.
1 or 2 presses to show the gauge info you want instantly.

If you were asking about the Torque app, I don't know anything about it...
except a lot of people use it and it's probably priced better than other options, so I x2'ed it.

 

[homesick]

07-14 are GMT-900.

Don't think the AutoSync will work with bluetooth.
It only has wi-fi for updates, or the custom BCM programming option.
The guage info shows up on the dash pixels, so no screen needed with the AutoSync.

If you were asking about the Torque app, I don't know anything about it...
except a lot of people use it and it's probably priced better than other options, so I x2'ed it.

Can you expand on 'dash pixels'? I've never heard that phrase before.

I appreciate your mentioning the torque app, but someone else will have to lift that load. I was only asking you about what you were explaining.

If you have, or know of, a picture of the display, I'd like to see it. The seller didn't show one.

joe

 

[mikez71]

Here's a picture of 1 menu (Right press mirror d-pad)
It shows the gear (park), accurate engine coolant temp, and oil pressure.

Other useful features are express windows, remote windows, fob learn, TPMS programming, high idle, strobe lights, rear camera view, DTC reader!

 

[homesick]

Here's a picture of 1 menu (Right press mirror d-pad)
It shows the gear (park), accurate engine coolant temp, and oil pressure.

View attachment 459856

Thank you again. So, I can choose what gets displayed?

joe