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Re: instrument panel removal
- Shagnasty
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13 May 2011 18:44 - 13 May 2011 18:49 #16291
by Shagnasty
Most don't because they're just a diode, so they have a very low resistance in the forward direction. If you connect it straight across the source without a limiting resistor you'll kill it.
But you can find a few which are specified as 12 volt LEDs because they have a resistor built into the package.
Otherwise to do it yourself with a normal LED...... a 1K resistor soldered in series with one of the leads should do it.*
*(IIRC most LEDs want about 12mA current, so this comes from doing the Ohms Law thing (Resistance=Volts/Current)
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tonyward wrote: (Do LED's run on 12v d.c.?)
Most don't because they're just a diode, so they have a very low resistance in the forward direction. If you connect it straight across the source without a limiting resistor you'll kill it.
But you can find a few which are specified as 12 volt LEDs because they have a resistor built into the package.
Otherwise to do it yourself with a normal LED...... a 1K resistor soldered in series with one of the leads should do it.*
*(IIRC most LEDs want about 12mA current, so this comes from doing the Ohms Law thing (Resistance=Volts/Current)
Last edit: 13 May 2011 18:49 by Shagnasty. Reason: Clarity
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16 May 2011 12:01 #16397
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This should be a relatively easy task nowadays. A little bit of research of the type of bulb that needs to be replaced (usually written on the bulb) and a quick google search and you should find plenty that are as easy as a simple bulb replacement.
This is an example of a possible bulb, if the sizing etc would fit
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Shagnasty wrote: Any chance you could put LEDs in place of the normal bulbs?
This should be a relatively easy task nowadays. A little bit of research of the type of bulb that needs to be replaced (usually written on the bulb) and a quick google search and you should find plenty that are as easy as a simple bulb replacement.
This is an example of a possible bulb, if the sizing etc would fit
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08 Apr 2015 19:52 #142120
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Replied by NeptunesKiss on topic instrument panel removal
Anyone know if/where the attachment pictures can be found? Ta.
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16 Dec 2018 09:18 #199031
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Replied by Jimx5 on topic instrument panel removal
Just bumping this topic as i still need to get to and clean my instrument pod 'glass', could anybody resurrect the missing pictures?
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16 May 2019 14:50 #208122
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Replied by Jim Jim on topic instrument panel removal
Looks like an awesome write up indeed, wished the pic could have been re-uploaded again.
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16 May 2019 18:55 #208145
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Sounds like 501 bulbs
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19 May 2019 21:32 #208444
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Just found this as i still need to get the inside of the clocks (glass) cleaned due to condensation stains.
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20 May 2019 12:36 #208478
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Replied by Jim Jim on topic Re: instrument panel removal
Good vid Jimx5.
In one of my posts a few days ago, I added this......
" I managed to remove the instrument cluster bezel quite easily, just remove the 2 counter sunk Phillips head screws just above the cluster and gently pull the bezel towards you, it has clips which pops out easily.
To remove the instrument cluster, remove the 4 pan head Phillip screws from the 4 corners of the cluster, tilt and pull the cluster towards you.
It took me a while to unclip the connectors, I realized that you have to bring the cluster as far out as you can and in the same horizontal position, reach around the back and press the locking tabs down firmly and pull the connectors out squarely. If you try removing the connectors at an angle, it puts too much friction on it and it come out. Be careful with the printed contact membrane, it can break or tear easily."
In one of my posts a few days ago, I added this......
" I managed to remove the instrument cluster bezel quite easily, just remove the 2 counter sunk Phillips head screws just above the cluster and gently pull the bezel towards you, it has clips which pops out easily.
To remove the instrument cluster, remove the 4 pan head Phillip screws from the 4 corners of the cluster, tilt and pull the cluster towards you.
It took me a while to unclip the connectors, I realized that you have to bring the cluster as far out as you can and in the same horizontal position, reach around the back and press the locking tabs down firmly and pull the connectors out squarely. If you try removing the connectors at an angle, it puts too much friction on it and it come out. Be careful with the printed contact membrane, it can break or tear easily."
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