I'll know more tomorrow: The Digital Dash is coming in

. I don't think I'll need to angle it but I'll know for certain tomorrow. With the dash being recessed like it is the dash and LED's will all be displaying at the same level and orientation as the stock gauges which worked fine for me. However, I share your concern with the nature of LCD and being able to fully read it in various lighting conditions. I may invest in anti-glare film, but that may or may not be necessary.
As for the sides I have something planned--But it is not fully flushed out yet.