Gauge pod mounting tubes, 2-1/16'' dia.

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Topic: Gauge pod mounting tubes, 2-1/16'' dia.

Posted By: dextrovic
Subject: Gauge pod mounting tubes, 2-1/16'' dia.
Date Posted: June 16, 2004 at 5:40 AM

I currently researching my upcoming 'glass project comprising of a custom A-pillar dual gauge pod for a pair of 2-1/16" gauges.

One of the things that's been bugging me is how to build the press-fit mounting tubes for the gauges themselves. I've looked into something like Schedule 40 PVC pipe cut to fit but am curious if there's a better solution available?

Basically, I'm looking for the thinnest wall possible for the smallest pod size that will securely hold the gauges and a material that the 'glass resin will bond well with. I'm thinking of having both gauges mounted at the base of the A-pillar horizontally as close as possible to each other for the lowest possible profile/best view out the windshield.

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Posted By: satfrk32
Date Posted: June 16, 2004 at 2:38 PM

y not use a wire skeleton and wrap with cloth. heavy duty wires. resin + fiberglass? just a thought

Posted By: fugit
Date Posted: June 16, 2004 at 5:14 PM

Try using the urethane foam to mold it.

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Posted By: beyondamfm
Date Posted: June 19, 2004 at 7:19 PM

I personally use PVC myself for gauges it has the right thickness so the bezel on the gauge sits flush with the final product. I tack the pvc to the pillar and stretch the fleece right over the one, two, or the gauges and it has never been to bigand looks great.

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