Replacing EGT Gauges

[CO_Skymaster]

I currently have a digital EGT gauge in my Skymaster. It has a switch which allows me to switch between looking at the front engine and rear engine. After dealing with it for about 2 years, I've decided a digital reading isn't the best for me and would like to replace it with a dual analog gauge. I like it better for diagnositic and leaning. I was looking at two manufactures, Alcor and Westach. The Alcor is about 530 dollars while the Westach is about 150 dollars. Does anyone know if the Westach has lower quality. Is it only certified for experiements (couldn't find exact information on this, but I was going to call and ask). I see no reason to pay 400 dollar extra if it's for name only.

On a side note, I was curious about replacement alternators since I had trouble with them for awhile. I was interested in replacing my alternator system with a Plane-Power system. I decided to call them Friday and ask them. They said they have a current gear driven alternator for small block TCM engines, but are currently working on a replacement alternator for the TCM 0-300 series.


Karl