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29 November 2004, 02:30 PM
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bash,
there are four wires going to the clock:
LR = Power, always on.
YG = Ignition, lights up the clock when the ignition is turned on.
V = Control, dims the clock when the headlights are on.
B = GND, earth.
If you stick a voltmeter on the control wire you should see that it is at 0V when the lights are off and 12V when the lights are on. The ignition will have to be ON for this test.
there are four wires going to the clock:
LR = Power, always on.
YG = Ignition, lights up the clock when the ignition is turned on.
V = Control, dims the clock when the headlights are on.
B = GND, earth.
If you stick a voltmeter on the control wire you should see that it is at 0V when the lights are off and 12V when the lights are on. The ignition will have to be ON for this test.
29 November 2004, 02:30 PM
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no...unfortunetly have to work to pay for all these toys....
Originally Posted by austen_wrx
Are you playing with them now
??? What do they look like if you just connect the dimmer +ve up??
??? What do they look like if you just connect the dimmer +ve up??
29 November 2004, 06:32 PM
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A few pics for now
Hi all,
Here are the pics of my gauges installed
Sorry for the delay.
Tomorrow I'll give you the details about the fitting, don't have time to write a long post at the mo...
Enjoy! (note the oil temp and pressure not 100% plumbed in yet)
Here are the pics of my gauges installed
Sorry for the delay.
Tomorrow I'll give you the details about the fitting, don't have time to write a long post at the mo...
Enjoy! (note the oil temp and pressure not 100% plumbed in yet)
30 November 2004, 08:53 AM
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Sorry about the poor quality pics. They did not look too bad on my digital camera on the weeny little preview screen 
I'll take some pics today in the light of the day
The fitting was a little complicated as the gauges were too big for the pod really. It is probably not immediately clear from the pictures, but the gauges had to be mounted behind the face plate rather than in it. Therefore you can't see the silver surround. It does not look as bad as you would expect as the gauges have a convex front and therefore do not look too deep set in the pod.
The face plate is angled toward the driver and from the drivers seat they look great
I think the pod is quite discreet and matches the dash very nicely, it is a shame the gauges do not fit it perfectly
I'll take some pics today in the light of the day
The fitting was a little complicated as the gauges were too big for the pod really. It is probably not immediately clear from the pictures, but the gauges had to be mounted behind the face plate rather than in it. Therefore you can't see the silver surround. It does not look as bad as you would expect as the gauges have a convex front and therefore do not look too deep set in the pod.
The face plate is angled toward the driver and from the drivers seat they look great
I think the pod is quite discreet and matches the dash very nicely, it is a shame the gauges do not fit it perfectly
30 November 2004, 09:29 AM
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Hi,
Did you noticed much difference in brigthness on the gauges by switching the lights on and off....
Cheer
Bash
Did you noticed much difference in brigthness on the gauges by switching the lights on and off....
Cheer
Bash
Originally Posted by mplaczek
Sorry about the poor quality pics. They did not look too bad on my digital camera on the weeny little preview screen
I'll take some pics today in the light of the day
The fitting was a little complicated as the gauges were too big for the pod really. It is probably not immediately clear from the pictures, but the gauges had to be mounted behind the face plate rather than in it. Therefore you can't see the silver surround. It does not look as bad as you would expect as the gauges have a convex front and therefore do not look too deep set in the pod.
The face plate is angled toward the driver and from the drivers seat they look great
I think the pod is quite discreet and matches the dash very nicely, it is a shame the gauges do not fit it perfectly
I'll take some pics today in the light of the day
The fitting was a little complicated as the gauges were too big for the pod really. It is probably not immediately clear from the pictures, but the gauges had to be mounted behind the face plate rather than in it. Therefore you can't see the silver surround. It does not look as bad as you would expect as the gauges have a convex front and therefore do not look too deep set in the pod.
The face plate is angled toward the driver and from the drivers seat they look great
I think the pod is quite discreet and matches the dash very nicely, it is a shame the gauges do not fit it perfectly
30 November 2004, 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by mplaczek
The face plate is angled toward the driver and from the drivers seat they look great
I think the pod is quite discreet and matches the dash very nicely, it is a shame the gauges do not fit it perfectly
I think the pod is quite discreet and matches the dash very nicely, it is a shame the gauges do not fit it perfectly
I'm also going for the subaru pod, although my homemade faceplate will be mounted flat, so I'll be investigating ways of tilting the gauges towards the driver today.
I found something useful last night - how to remove the clock:
http://www.warnockinc.com/Projects/G...ngInstall.html
(1) Remove the cup holder
(2) Remove the vent surround, (but not the lower surround)
(3) Manipulate the two front clips on the clock surround to remove it
The rear clips pop out with a bit of force, but the front ones are very tight.
30 November 2004, 10:28 AM
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Ok, here are some non-blurry daytime pictures.
Ignition off:
Ignition on:
bash, I flicked the lights on and off. The gauges do dim and brighten respectively, however it does not look like there is a great difference. Perhaps in the evening the difference would be more apparent.
Jiggerypokery, good luck with the newage pod
. I think it looks great
However If I wanted it done again, I would get the face plate made up as you are doing. I think it will make the whole job a lot easier and it would probably look a little better too. Post some pics when you are done so I can be jealous
The OEM face plate was engineered to tilt the gauges, however it needed to be machined a little so that these larger gauges would do the same.
The only tip I can offer you is to remember that the gauges can not physically fit in the aperture at the front of the pod. Therefore the tilt will have to be the right side of the gauge receding into the pod housing if you see what I mean...?!?
Ignition off:
Ignition on:
bash, I flicked the lights on and off. The gauges do dim and brighten respectively, however it does not look like there is a great difference. Perhaps in the evening the difference would be more apparent.
Jiggerypokery, good luck with the newage pod
. I think it looks great However If I wanted it done again, I would get the face plate made up as you are doing. I think it will make the whole job a lot easier and it would probably look a little better too. Post some pics when you are done so I can be jealous
The OEM face plate was engineered to tilt the gauges, however it needed to be machined a little so that these larger gauges would do the same.
The only tip I can offer you is to remember that the gauges can not physically fit in the aperture at the front of the pod. Therefore the tilt will have to be the right side of the gauge receding into the pod housing if you see what I mean...?!?
30 November 2004, 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Jiggerypokery
I found something useful last night - how to remove the clock:
http://www.warnockinc.com/Projects/G...ngInstall.html
(1) Remove the cup holder
(2) Remove the vent surround, (but not the lower surround)
(3) Manipulate the two front clips on the clock surround to remove it
The rear clips pop out with a bit of force, but the front ones are very tight.
http://www.warnockinc.com/Projects/G...ngInstall.html
(1) Remove the cup holder
(2) Remove the vent surround, (but not the lower surround)
(3) Manipulate the two front clips on the clock surround to remove it
The rear clips pop out with a bit of force, but the front ones are very tight.
1) Put fingers under flap over clock
2) Pull hard
3) Clock comes out with pod attached
Well thats how I did it
Seriously, the back ones pull up, allowing you to free the front clips
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30 November 2004, 12:33 PM
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Originally Posted by DJ Dunk
Sod that
1) Put fingers under flap over clock
2) Pull hard
3) Clock comes out with pod attached
Well thats how I did it
Seriously, the back ones pull up, allowing you to free the front clips
1) Put fingers under flap over clock
2) Pull hard
3) Clock comes out with pod attached
Well thats how I did it
Seriously, the back ones pull up, allowing you to free the front clips
If all else fails... pull harder!
30 November 2004, 02:53 PM
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Guys, I've found someone who can install your gauges: AndrewC! http://bbs.scoobynet.co.uk/showthrea...ighlight=gauge
01 December 2004, 07:37 AM
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Fitted my senders yesterday, had to remove the alternator and intercooler, but not a problem. I have been messing with the illumination and if you connect just the orange wire it is perfect for night time, so basically you need to power the illumination by the red wire for the day time and orange wire at night.
I've started to make my pod, and will hopefully have a prototype by the end of the weekend.
I've started to make my pod, and will hopefully have a prototype by the end of the weekend.
01 December 2004, 07:54 AM
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Nope, still watiting for mine. Might give a call today if I get half a chance!
Originally Posted by bash
Hi,
Just wondering ...has anyone got thier sensor fitting kits yet....
Cheers
Bash
Just wondering ...has anyone got thier sensor fitting kits yet....
Cheers
Bash
01 December 2004, 08:17 AM
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Hi,
Did you manage to take any pics???
Regards
Bash
Did you manage to take any pics???
Regards
Bash
Originally Posted by austen_wrx
Fitted my senders yesterday, had to remove the alternator and intercooler, but not a problem. I have been messing with the illumination and if you connect just the orange wire it is perfect for night time, so basically you need to power the illumination by the red wire for the day time and orange wire at night.
I've started to make my pod, and will hopefully have a prototype by the end of the weekend.
I've started to make my pod, and will hopefully have a prototype by the end of the weekend.
02 December 2004, 07:42 AM
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If you are happy with the gauges i've been asked if you can give Danny some feed back on his website.
1)if they are willing, simply go to the following URL for the smoked gauges:
http://www.xyberautos.com/catalog/pr...roducts_id=438
And the following URL for the EL Series gauges:
http://www.xyberautos.com/catalog/pr...roducts_id=413
2)Go to the right navigation panel, and click on the 5th panel to write a review.
1)if they are willing, simply go to the following URL for the smoked gauges:
http://www.xyberautos.com/catalog/pr...roducts_id=438
And the following URL for the EL Series gauges:
http://www.xyberautos.com/catalog/pr...roducts_id=413
2)Go to the right navigation panel, and click on the 5th panel to write a review.
02 December 2004, 09:26 AM
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02 December 2004, 12:27 PM
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Originally Posted by bash
Hi,
Just wondering ...has anyone got thier sensor fitting kits yet....
Cheers
Bash
Just wondering ...has anyone got thier sensor fitting kits yet....
Cheers
Bash
Quick question if anyone knows: there is about 10cm of braided hose and a hefty T piece, do these parts need to be filled with oil manually? If not, will they fill with oil when the engine runs?
Thanks.
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02 December 2004, 01:07 PM
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Hi,
Would it be possible for you to take some pics and post them...i am sure there will be a few people including me who will really appreciate it...
Thanks + Cheers
Bash
Would it be possible for you to take some pics and post them...i am sure there will be a few people including me who will really appreciate it...
Thanks + Cheers
Bash
Originally Posted by Jiggerypokery
Hello, I just received mine 2 minutes ago. Will have a go at fitting them at lunctime.
Quick question if anyone knows: there is about 10cm of braided hose and a hefty T piece, do these parts need to be filled with oil manually? If not, will they fill with oil when the engine runs?
Thanks.
Quick question if anyone knows: there is about 10cm of braided hose and a hefty T piece, do these parts need to be filled with oil manually? If not, will they fill with oil when the engine runs?
Thanks.
02 December 2004, 02:17 PM
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Keepmeposted as I'mup 4 a bit a that. Would need pod too. Whats the price of gauges and pods and are others gonna group buy these or are peeps buyin pods seperately??????????
What sort of price wouldthese cost to have fittted and would it be a specialist, DIY auto-elec
What sort of price wouldthese cost to have fittted and would it be a specialist, DIY auto-elec
Originally Posted by austen_wrx
Would anybody be interested in a group buy on this series of guages by Autogauge (boost, oil temp, oil pressure, water temp and volt meter):-
Smoked 52mm series:-
http://www.autogauge.com.tw/web/prod...tegorysubid=27
EL 52mm series:-
http://www.autogauge.com.tw/web/prod...ategorysubid=4
Initially orders are for sets of 3 as this is my basis to agree a price, the price per set of 3 guages including p&p will be £89
These gauges will be imported from abroad and we will have 2 months in which to return them if faulty (the units are factory tested).
Please note that import duty will try to be avoided but we may end up being liable for it, which would therefore have to be paid on collection.
If there is enough interest i will try and negotiate a discount on pods aswell.
Reply to the thread and add your name, which series of gauge you want, which gauges and what pod (if any) you require)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...ges/Slide1.jpg
Smoked 52mm series:-
http://www.autogauge.com.tw/web/prod...tegorysubid=27
EL 52mm series:-
http://www.autogauge.com.tw/web/prod...ategorysubid=4
Initially orders are for sets of 3 as this is my basis to agree a price, the price per set of 3 guages including p&p will be £89
These gauges will be imported from abroad and we will have 2 months in which to return them if faulty (the units are factory tested).
Please note that import duty will try to be avoided but we may end up being liable for it, which would therefore have to be paid on collection.
If there is enough interest i will try and negotiate a discount on pods aswell.
Reply to the thread and add your name, which series of gauge you want, which gauges and what pod (if any) you require)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...ges/Slide1.jpg
02 December 2004, 02:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Jiggerypokery
Austen, does the temperature sensor screw 'all the way' into the adapter, or is the adapter tapered? Thanks.