Dash Installations

[killerbee]

I have been trying to get some ideas regarding the proper way to mount a Motec dash. I was wondering if there was a more or less standard way to proceed. I few examples would be very helpful.

Thank You

[IJ.]

Not sure if there's a "proper" way, I built mine into the stock gauge cluster using a piece of .8mm sheel aluminium.

[killerbee]

Thank you IJ. So there is no issue with vibration mounting directly to the sheet. Dash looks very nice BTW.

[killerbee]

Thank you IJ. So there is no issue with vibration mounting directly to the sheet ? Dash looks very nice BTW.

[IJ.]

Mine is bolted into the rear Plastic behind the Guage cluster using the MoTeC studs and extensions, I doubt there's enough vibration in a street car to effect it.

The Al sheet is only a facia and plays no part in the mount, If you're using solid engine mounts or if the car is a race car or offroader I'd look at using some bonded rubber instrument mounts (RX7 Radiator or Oil cooler mounts work well)

Having said that though watching the Paris/Dakar offroad race this year on TV I didn't see any dashes that looked to have flex mounts