Smart Gauges
After the engine swap in your Kenworth or Peterbilt Class 8 truck, the factory dash gauges often lose functionality for certain parameters because the new ECM doesn't transmit compatible J1939 data to the PACCAR cab control module. Kustom Truck Parts' smart gauge kits restore accurate, OEM-style monitoring with seamless PACCAR integration-ensuring factory-matching gauge readouts without dash modifications or error codes.
These kits are tailored for Caterpillar, Cummins, and Detroit Diesel engine conversions in Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks, addressing specific post-conversion gaps:
- Engine Oil Temperature — Caterpillar-specific; ADEM2 and ADEM2000 ECMs (common in 3406E, early C15) do not monitor or broadcast oil temp data, leaving the factory gauge dead. Our smart gauge revives this critical readout.
- Pyrometer (Exhaust Gas Temperature) — Universal for any Caterpillar, Cummins, or Detroit engine in NAMUX1 or NAMUX3 chassis. Factory pyrometers were discontinued after DPF introductions (2008); this kit adds a matching OEM-style gauge with probe for precise EGT monitoring and protection against overheating.
- Brakesaver Monitoring — Caterpillar-exclusive; monitors oil temperature and application pressure for reliable engine braking performance.
- Auxiliary Transmission Oil Temperature — Compatible with any engine when adding an auxiliary transmission alongside the main unit; essential for multi-transmission setups in heavy-duty applications.
Each complete kit includes the smart gauge, appropriate sensor/probe, installation harness, daisy chain jumpers, and hardware for direct-fit installation—delivering precise, reliable instrumentation as if the engine were factory-original.
Browse below to select the kit for your NAMUX generation, engine type, and parameter needs. Pair with our NAMUX-series engine harnesses for full system integration and optimal post-conversion performance. Unsure about compatibility or which gauge fits your setup? Contact our team for expert guidance.
