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Description
The 1957–1960 Ford Truck Dakota Digital RTX Instrument System blends authentic vintage aesthetic with cutting-edge automotive instrumentation for your "Effie" classic truck build. Engineered to drop directly into your original factory dash bezel, the RTX series captures the classic look of original Ford instrumentation while delivering modern precision, full RGB backlighting, and customizable high-definition digital screens.
Built inside custom CNC-machined housings, the RTX system utilizes Dakota Digital's central control box architecture to drastically simplify dash wiring and sensor integration.
OEM Aesthetics Meets Modern RGB Lighting
Authentic Styling: Designed from scratch to mirror original factory layout, fonts, pointer styling, and indicator symbols for a factory-installed appearance when powered off.
Full RGB Customization: Features over 30 user-selectable color options across three distinct lighting zones (needles, gauge sweeps, and digital displays).
Preset Themes & Auto-Dimming: Includes 12 factory-configured color presets and automated daytime/nighttime brightness shifts triggered by your headlight switch.
TFT Digital Message Center: High-contrast, high-definition digital screens display critical vehicle telemetry, trip data, performance metrics, and system warnings.
Turn Signals, High Beam, Check Engine, Park Brake, Cruise Control, 4x4, Wait to Start, Gear Position*, Auxiliary Inputs
⚠️ Note: Gear position display requires the optional GSS-3000 sensor. Factory dash bezel is shown for presentation purposes and is not included; the system reuses your stock OEM bezel.
Comprehensive Sensor & Hardware Package
Water Temperature: 1/8" NPT ground-isolated sensor with a 10 ft harness.
Oil Pressure: 1/8" NPT solid-state sensor with a 10 ft harness.
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Refund Policy
We offer a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days from the date you receive your item to request a return.
Eligibility for Returns
To be eligible for a return, your item must be:
In the same condition as received
Unworn or unused
With original tags attached
In its original packaging
You must also provide a receipt or proof of purchase.
How to Start a Return
To initiate a return, please contact us at jonathon@hotrodhardware.com. Once your return request is approved, you will be provided with the return address and, if applicable, an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number.
Important: Items sent back without prior authorization will not be accepted.
If you have any questions regarding your return, feel free to contact us at the email above.
Damages and Issues
Please inspect your order upon delivery. If your item is defective, damaged, or if you received the wrong item, contact us immediately so we can evaluate the issue and resolve it promptly.
Exceptions / Non-Returnable Items
The following items are not eligible for return:
Custom or personalized products (including special orders)
Hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases
Sale items
Gift cards
If you are unsure whether your item qualifies, please contact us before initiating a return.
Exchanges
The fastest way to receive a replacement item is to return your original item (once approved) and place a new order separately.
Free Shipping Orders
Orders that qualified for free shipping are subject to deduction of the original outbound shipping cost if the item is returned.
Refunds
Once your return is received and inspected, we will notify you regarding the approval status of your refund.
If approved:
Refunds will be issued to your original payment method
Any applicable restocking fees will be deducted
Original shipping charges (if applicable) will be deducted
Return shipping costs (if arranged by Hot Rod Hardware) will be deducted
Please note:
Payment processing fees (including PayPal, Amazon Pay, or other merchant fees) are non-refundable
It may take additional time for your bank or credit card provider to process and post the refund
