Re: Gauge Bezels

["Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>]

James,

Here's an idea:  weld some sheet metal over the gauge holes on the metal 
portion and then cut out new openings.  I don't know the size of the 
late-model gauges (120 mm comes to mind) so any "edge" could be filled in or 
just paint them black.

With this plate in place, you could actually purchase any size gauges you 
like and cut new holes to fit.

I'm not a welder but I'd think spot-welding with a MIG wouldn't damage the 
vinyl/foam dash cover.

Just a thought.

Cheers
Simon


> All,
>    A little off topic, but has anyone had any success with installing 
> 3-3/8" gauges in a 77-80 MGB dash?  No one seems to make an exact diameter 
> replacement gauge.  I was looking for any ideas on making/buying bezels or 
> backing-plates to fill the gap.  My stock gauges actualy work fine, but I 
> want to go to all electric, and I also dont like the look of the last 
> generation of MG gauges.
>
> Thanks,
> James J.
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