Angle or Tilt sensors

f00dstamps · 08-14-2007, 03:06 PM

Are you guys aware of any devices that measure angle or tilt? I have seen one before but I've never seen one that has a digital output to an LCD. Please provide links to some of these devices if they are available. Thanks.

CHUD · 08-18-2007, 01:17 PM

Do you mean something like an inclinometer? I know the old Toyota 4-Runners used to have them built in to the dash. In fact, I think the new FJ Cruisers have them. Good for serious off-roading. I know I've seen aftermarket versions around, but I don't know about digital. Here's a link I found with a quick search. I think it's for an ATV/UTV, so I don't know how it would mount in your truck... might look goofey. Well, now you've got me interested. I'll let you know if I find something better.

Trace

http://www.cabelas.com/prod-1/0046192523067a.shtml

f00dstamps · 08-18-2007, 02:20 PM

Trace,

That's what I'm looking for. I'm trying to see what's out there because I plan on designing my own that's cool looking and not so goofy.

CHUD · 08-20-2007, 10:53 AM

Okay, I found a few more links. The analog style from my first post seems to be the most prevalent type out there. I was interested to find a site that sells used inclinometers from the old Toyota 60 series LandCruisers. I was thinking it might fit in the blank panel on the overhead console, or maybe above the stereo/CD player on the blank where the nav-screen would go (I have an SE trim w/o nav or any aftermarket upgrade).

http://www.acmejeepparts.com/products/94050_00.htm

http://www.4by4connection.com/clinometer.html

http://4x4mods.com/Product/Support/8...install01.html

http://www.sor.com/sor/cat177.tam?anchor=#177-48

toolcan · 08-27-2007, 11:38 AM

NO pretty graphics but here is a digital one.

adv4x4.com/diin.html

CHUD · 08-29-2007, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toolcan

NO pretty graphics but here is a digital one.

adv4x4.com/diin.html

That's pretty nice toolcan. I bet that unit would fit on the shelf above the stereo system on trucks w/o navigation. I imagine you can zero it to compensate for the truck having a little rake. $180 seems a little steep (forgive the pun!), but I like it a lot better than the versions I've linked in previous posts. That's a great find!

CHUD · 08-29-2007, 10:40 PM

Here's some more information on that digital inclinometer...

http://www.rad1.com/

toolcan · 09-05-2007, 04:23 PM

Thanks being that I cannot post links yet.