TheNewbie Posted January 8, 2013 Report Posted January 8, 2013 Hey guys, well as sad as this night be I think I'm a tad bit confused on how to install this.. Not the power and ground but rather cutting the right size hole in my dash to fit the volt meter perfectly. I dremled and sanded this one until it fit, but even so I have this small crack on the side which bugs the hell outta me.. So ill most likely buy a bigger meter and try again.. Regardless what can I do to prevent this from happening?.. Different method I suppose. (It's more noticeable in person) any suggestions would be appreciated. Check out my build log: http://www.stevemead...60#entry1958353 Different folks have different strokes.
n8ball2013 Posted January 8, 2013 Report Posted January 8, 2013 you have to mold it in. cutting a hole is never going to look perfect if it doesnt have a bezel to overlap your cut marks. THERE IS NO BUILD LOG! 1998 Chevy Silverado ext cab Alpine CDA-9887 4 Team Fi 15s 2 Ampere Audio TFE 8.0 2 Ampere Audio 150.4 3 Digital Designs CS6.5 component sets Dual Mechman 370XP Elite alternators inbound! 8 XS Power d3400 6 XS power d680 Second Skin Stinger Tsunami Wiring Sky High A Real Voltmeter not a piece of shit stinger.
TheNewbie Posted January 8, 2013 Author Report Posted January 8, 2013 you have to mold it in. cutting a hole is never going to look perfect if it doesnt have a bezel to overlap your cut marks. Suppose ill have to learn how to mold then, thank you. This one does have a small bezel but obviously not big enough. I appreciate the input. Check out my build log: http://www.stevemead...60#entry1958353 Different folks have different strokes.
tacomaguy1 Posted January 8, 2013 Report Posted January 8, 2013 what did you cut it with Team Flex Issues
detroitdb Posted January 8, 2013 Report Posted January 8, 2013 what he said...or you can cut the hole a bit smaller and pop it in..... https://photos.google.com/photo/AF1QipP7rjav9cD9UFdAYBJmz4M4LoNlF26ng1xhAf4Uhttps://photos.google.com/photo/AF1QipP7rjav9cD9UFdAYBJmz4M4LoNlF26ng1xhAf4U 2013 DODGE CHALLENGER R/T SUNDOWN ZV4-18 CRESCENDO 3.5K PIONEER AVIC 5300 NEX ALPINE TYPE R 6.5S & 6X9'S ROCKFORD FOSGATE 1.5" TWEETS 5 C&D TECH BATTS
TheNewbie Posted January 8, 2013 Author Report Posted January 8, 2013 Dremel, with the drill if that makes sense.. Kinda spacey today can't think of the exact term.. Also Detroit, I tried that brotha it was decent but I'm still trying to make it better than what above. I need to buy another meter that's a tad bit bigger so the crack will go away, the. Ill practice molding on some other pieces. Check out my build log: http://www.stevemead...60#entry1958353 Different folks have different strokes.
TheNewbie Posted January 8, 2013 Author Report Posted January 8, 2013 you have to mold it in. cutting a hole is never going to look perfect if it doesnt have a bezel to overlap your cut marks. Hey n8, do you happen to have any pictures of the meter molded in? Tried a google search and didnt find anything useful. Edit: Got one, https://www.google.com/search?q=molded+volt+meter&hl=en&client=safari&tbo=d&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=BYrsUKegKoj3igL5iIDYCg&ved=0CAcQ_AUoAQ&biw=320&bih=416#i=24 now time to learn. Check out my build log: http://www.stevemead...60#entry1958353 Different folks have different strokes.
n8ball2013 Posted January 8, 2013 Report Posted January 8, 2013 use flex filler from urethane supply THERE IS NO BUILD LOG! 1998 Chevy Silverado ext cab Alpine CDA-9887 4 Team Fi 15s 2 Ampere Audio TFE 8.0 2 Ampere Audio 150.4 3 Digital Designs CS6.5 component sets Dual Mechman 370XP Elite alternators inbound! 8 XS Power d3400 6 XS power d680 Second Skin Stinger Tsunami Wiring Sky High A Real Voltmeter not a piece of shit stinger.
TheNewbie Posted January 9, 2013 Author Report Posted January 9, 2013 use flex filler from urethane supply Assuming you mean to fill in the gap? Will this look better than what it is now? You cant notice it unless I point it out. Check out my build log: http://www.stevemead...60#entry1958353 Different folks have different strokes.
SupremeSipes Posted January 20, 2013 Report Posted January 20, 2013 Whats the volt meter used for ? I got one in my truck and might another one for my other stuff . And let me know where you get one . 2006 Chrysler 300 touring. 3 arc audio, arc series d4 12s hifonics brz 1200.1 for subs hifonics brz 600.4 for 6x9s ALL WAITTING FOR INSTALLION ! looking into coilovers or universal air ride 20 inch wheels, 5% tint on all windows 50% tint on windshield debaged rear trunk lid, wings and 300 logo demolded side stripping, black mesh grill, no ubl, not enough cool shit ! once the car is paid off and its mine... gen 2 viper swap, manual trans, going to get viper logos for the rear trunk and mold a viper diamond logo into the wings logo ! only 4 more years of payments and saving.....
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