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New SC Gauge Console
Check out my new gauge console that inserts into the console hole on my SC. I have inserted a Voltmeter along with an accessory outlet. It also has a lighted toggle switch for the fan for the oil cooler- Winter project - and a light to indicate when the AC is on. Happy with the finished product!
 
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10-02-2004, 08:18 AM
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nice.
I like analog over digital.
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10-02-2004, 08:35 AM
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I have an analog one that bolts to the dash, but this is much better aesthetically.
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10-02-2004, 10:18 AM
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Where is the best place to wire the Volt Meter into the electrical system of a 911? SC and Carrera the same?
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10-02-2004, 10:26 AM
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Loks very tidy!
I have done something similar on the 930 to house a 924 clock when I installed the 935 boost gauge in the clock's spot. 
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Did you get that from 9X? They have some neat combos if you like analog
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10-02-2004, 12:21 PM
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Looks factory.
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10-02-2004, 04:49 PM
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Let's see that green interior with the exterior if you have any pics.
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10-02-2004, 04:57 PM
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Similar deal, but I used basket-weave to match the dash trim on my 71. The volt meter is a welcome addition.
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10-02-2004, 05:51 PM
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Steve B - Your console was my inspiration! I looked at the ones from 9X, but would have had to do some customizations. I wired the voltmeter directly into an empty fuse - so far so good.
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Vance,
How exactly did you fabricate the gauge console piece? I experimented with several different methods but finally opted to use foam sprayed with 'plastic dip' paint because I achieved the best results with this method. Your approach looks clean, nice and functional. Is your plate rigid enough to remain in place if you activate the switch? How did you ensure that the plate remains 'square' in the hole without having one end chock out of its proper orientation?
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10-02-2004, 06:45 PM
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Vance,
Glad to have inspired you. The only problem I've had is that every kid that looks at those red switches is convinced that I have a nitrous system. I made my plate out of acrylic sheet and used contact cement for the fabric. The acrylic is pretty easy to work with. I actually glued wooden blocks into the lower corners (inside) so I could run screws through the face to secure the bottom. Have fun!
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I ended up using 1/4" plywood as the console frame. I had originally started with sheet metal but did not have all the metal bending equipmrnt I needed to do it right. The wood worked good because it is rigid and easy to work with. I had intended to document the construction, but ...? When wedged in place it is very rigid and I don't get any movement when activating the switch and pulling and pushing on the lighter outlet.
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1983 Porsche 911 SC Cabriolet 3.0
78 Porsche 911SC 3.0L, 3.3Turbo soon. 
1980 Porsche 911SC targa 3.0
1971 Porsche 911T 2.2
