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Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 29th September 2019, 20:09
Replies: 187
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Posted By clinkadink
For anyone interested in the custom rollover...

For anyone interested in the custom rollover hoops, I have included the dimensions I used below.

I had them made by Tom Wood, at Tube Bender.

Website: https://tube-bender.co.uk/
Email:...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 29th September 2019, 19:45
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Hi Dave, I could access via the top (with a...

Hi Dave,

I could access via the top (with a little difficulty) or through the end of the bar with a spanner.

https://www.cata4data.com/img/cobra/IMG_20190624_191640.jpg

To be honest, I am...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 27th July 2019, 20:40
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
I have received 2 old Smiths speedometers, bought...

I have received 2 old Smiths speedometers, bought as 'parts' off ebay. I plan to use one for the speedo, and one for the tacho.

I stripped one down and fitted the BMW Z3 workings inside. I then...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 27th July 2019, 20:35
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
I damaged one of the 32 pin sockets in the...

I damaged one of the 32 pin sockets in the process, but managed to solder directly on to the track - so no real damage done. Locked in place with hot glue.
...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 27th July 2019, 20:31
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Today I extended the LCD, 32 wires x 400mm. The...

Today I extended the LCD, 32 wires x 400mm. The board is looking a little chaotic :eusa_whistle:

https://www.cata4data.com/img/cobra/IMG_20190727_102339__01.jpg
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 26th July 2019, 20:59
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
I desoldered each of the 32 pins, and removed the...

I desoldered each of the 32 pins, and removed the LCD connector. Heads up to anyone else doing this, take care of the pins, they have a tendancy to pop off the white plastic mount and launch...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 26th July 2019, 20:51
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
The weather has cooled enough for me to get back...

The weather has cooled enough for me to get back in the garage. I decided to go ahead and remove the Z3 LCD display from the instrument cluster's PCB. Its a 32 pin connector, highlighted in red...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 24th July 2019, 18:24
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Thanks Joe. Good to know it can be done. I like...

Thanks Joe. Good to know it can be done. I like the idea of connecting the 2 bulbs at back to a switch, to display the LCD as and when required. Good tip!
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 23rd July 2019, 21:04
Replies: 187
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Posted By clinkadink
Thanks Paul. Its been fun, and that's the main...

Thanks Paul. Its been fun, and that's the main thing. Although tonight I hit a snag. The GPS Speedo I purchased to replace the Z3 speedo, was meant to have adjustable mileage. It hasn't. There is a...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 22nd July 2019, 20:21
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Hi Geoff, no, but the science stacks up. I will...

Hi Geoff, no, but the science stacks up. I will have a go and post back the results. Cheers, Chris.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 22nd July 2019, 14:06
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Those veglia gauges look the business! Ingenious...

Those veglia gauges look the business! Ingenious putting the fuel gauge inside the speedo. Is that the original Z3 needle that i can see?

I believe you can change the direction of the stepper...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 22nd July 2019, 10:01
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Ok, thanks, I will add that one too. That makes...

Ok, thanks, I will add that one too. That makes 12 lights in total.

I have been buying cheap 52mm gauges, but replacing the workings with BMW bits. They end up looking the same as the retro 52mm...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 22nd July 2019, 09:51
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Hi Geoff, do you mean this one? I can add it if...

Hi Geoff, do you mean this one? I can add it if needed by MOT stations. Many thanks.

https://www.cata4data.com/img/cobra/IMG_20190714_195037.jpg
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 21st July 2019, 21:11
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
I started marking up all the dimensions and...

I started marking up all the dimensions and cutouts. Also made the glovebox.

https://www.cata4data.com/img/cobra/IMG_20190721_182748.jpg
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 21st July 2019, 21:09
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Cut the dash panel today using 6mm MDF. ...

Cut the dash panel today using 6mm MDF.

https://www.cata4data.com/img/cobra/IMG_20190721_134948.jpg
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 21st July 2019, 07:57
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Early bird as well, Dave? I am just about to head...

Early bird as well, Dave? I am just about to head to the garage after my coffee :icon_biggrin:

The LCD is still available and fully functional. I did have a quick peak at seeing whether I could...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 21st July 2019, 07:49
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
It's a good point, I hadn't considered this....

It's a good point, I hadn't considered this. Thanks. I will later the faux leather in situe and test to see whether this may be a problem. Cheers :eusa_hand:
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 21st July 2019, 07:47
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
I have updated the photo to include names to each...

I have updated the photo to include names to each connection, as it may help in case someone wanted to have a go themselves ...

https://www.cata4data.com/img/cobra/IMG_20190720_111928__02.jpg
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 21st July 2019, 07:45
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Cheers Piguin. Hooking into the original...

Cheers Piguin.

Hooking into the original cluster is very easy, once I worked out a few things.


Figure out which lights actually work and their purpose, as they differ from model to model,...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th July 2019, 22:55
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Cheer Dave. Hopefully the leccy prep will pay...

Cheer Dave. Hopefully the leccy prep will pay dividends, once the dash is in, suppose time will tell. Watch this space ;)
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th July 2019, 21:45
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
I finished re-wiring the dash this evening....

I finished re-wiring the dash this evening. That's removing all BMW switches, instruments, lights, etc ... and wiring them up to the aftermarket setup. It is now ready for the new dash. I will start...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th July 2019, 21:39
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
I have purchased several aftermarket gauges; a...

I have purchased several aftermarket gauges; a GPS speedometer, a tachometer, ampmeter, voltmeter, fuel gauge and water temp gauge. I managed hack the stock instrument cluster to tap into the fuel,...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th July 2019, 21:27
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
Removed the centre console, fitted a handbrake...

Removed the centre console, fitted a handbrake gaiter (CBS (https://www.carbuildersolutions.com/uk/search?adv=false&cid=0&mid=0&vid=0&q=handbrake%20g&sid=false&isc=true&orderBy=0)). Spent quite a bit...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th July 2019, 21:21
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
The new bars are a lot stronger. Stainless steel...

The new bars are a lot stronger. Stainless steel and 2.5mm, compared to the ebay 1.5mm.

https://www.cata4data.com/img/cobra/IMG_20190717_184046.jpg

I got them from Tom Wood at...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th July 2019, 21:17
Replies: 187
Views: 47,704
Posted By clinkadink
I also reduced the outer rollover hoop posts, to...

I also reduced the outer rollover hoop posts, to make them level. Their only purpose (being that high) is to provide a seat belt anchor, but I now have 4-point harness, so they have been removed. The...
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