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Author:  Loosey [ Tue May 19, 2015 7:21 pm ]
Post subject:  Gauges and mounting

So I now have a proper 2 gauge A pilar pod replacement thingy (thanks Don :wink:) I started looking for something to fill it with!

After much looking, I thought I had found the gauges I want however, said gauges are 52mm :? whilst pod holes are 60mm. :cry: (serves me right for not checking diameter before)

Anyway, I know I could buy a converter such as the ATI adapter ring but I'm not sure it will look like a proper job. So I'm looking for 60mm gauge suggestions.

Being a girlie, I (obviously!) have pretty specific requirements. I want the gauges to have a black face, green backlighting (to keep in line with the 'stock' feel) and I want them to match. Added bonus would be auto dimmer for night driving and auto off with ignition but these two are not essential!

Not too much to ask perhaps? Until I admit that I want one to be a boost gauge and the other an analogue style/display clock :roll:

So I need some suggestions of manufacturers that I might not have considered/found on Google that may be able to fulfil my requirements.... Any suggestions appreciated if I can't find what I'm looking for I will have to go down the spacer route but that is not my preference.

Author:  TrackToyFour [ Tue May 19, 2015 11:34 pm ]
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After reading your post Loosey you got me wondering so I've just measured my other Hypersport two gauge pillar pod. The holes are 53mm on that one. I've also measured my '52mm' Greddy gauges (black face with green backlighting just like you are after :lol: ) They measure 52mm on the main body and the bezel is 59mm. If your holes are indeed 60mm then you should be able to adapt the 52mm gauges to fit by fabricating a small flange from a sheet of ABS, GRP, carbon or similar.

Author:  DeeCee [ Wed May 20, 2015 2:46 am ]
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Q: how are the gauges suppose to be mounted? Screw on ring or bracket?

My solution would be to *scribbles something on a piece of paper cos it's faster than typing..
Here:

Image

Use a ~2mm thick piece of ABS plastic, some epoxy glue, a couple of holesaws or a jigsaw, some sandpaper, a file, measuring tape/stick, pen/pencil, compass, drill + bits etc etc..

Author:  Loosey [ Wed May 20, 2015 8:50 pm ]
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Don can I swap pods???? Pretty please !!!!!!
I can then get the gauges I want without having to employ any blue peter skills!

Author:  TrackToyFour [ Wed May 20, 2015 8:56 pm ]
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I thought the pods would be identical? I'd like to test yours with my Greddy gauges to see if the DeeCee sketch will look OK in practice.

Author:  Loosey [ Wed May 20, 2015 11:19 pm ]
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Sure, when's the next curry meet.... I'll see if I can pop along, failing that we can check diaries!

Author:  DeeCee [ Thu May 21, 2015 1:59 am ]
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Scissors, cardboard and hot glue? lol

Is this a-pillar mount specific to st205s?

Author:  Loosey [ Thu May 21, 2015 6:54 am ]
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Yep it is the aftermarket 2 pod A-pilar replacement one.

Author:  TrackToyFour [ Thu May 21, 2015 9:01 pm ]
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I've prodded our events coordinator for a date for the next curry meet but he's maintaining radio silence!

If you bring the gauge pod I'll include a Blue Peter origami lesson free of charge :wink:

Author:  stephengt4 [ Wed Feb 28, 2018 8:38 pm ]
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Photo Fuckit - destroying forum posts the world over... :D

Author:  Basher590 [ Fri Mar 02, 2018 11:21 am ]
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LoL - indeed.

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