I found some replacements for the 22mm x 30mm switches as used in MGB
77-80s. They are cheap at about Cdn$15 but are cheap operationally too. I
shall use them until I find better quality at reasonable prices.
At 09:10 AM 5/22/02 -0700, Dodd, Kelvin wrote:
>Seconding Lawrie:
>
>
> Replacing the original gauges is just like replacing the Lucas
>electrical system. Chances are that the replacements are more of a problem
>than the originals, and there is no documentation when they do have
>problems.
>
> There are good fixes and there are DPO fixes. Been there, done
>both, now convinced that the factory had pretty good ideas most of the time
>so long as the DOT or EPA were not involved.
>
> Changing bits to tailor the vehicle to specific uses is another
>matter. Mechanical 360 degree gauges are still one of my pet loves, but I'm
>willing to live with the leaks and seized capillary bulbs to enjoy the
>fluctuating needles.
>
>
>K.
>
>Oops, silly me. Almost forgot to answer Mike's question.
>
>VDO is a brand of gauge. Stock in Porshees, and other non brit stuff. They
>make a good OE unit, but their aftermarket stuff is typical modern
>lightweight plastic. Usually seen with black surround, modern lettering and
>orange needles.
>
>IMHO Smiths and Jaeger are one of the things that makes a brit car brit. I
>did use an obscene collection of Sun gauges when I built in MGB GT V6 that
>looked really classic and matched the originals pretty well (chrome rim,
>white pointer).
>
>Sun 360 degree
>Water Temperature
>Oil Pressure
>Oil Temperature
>Fuel Pressure
>
>Sun 90 degree
>Amps
>Volts
>
>stock
>fuel level
>
>see I told you it was an obscene collection. I got better.
Regards
Barrie
Barrie Robinson - barrier@bconnex.net
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