Re: NEW batch of New BRIGHT ORANGE OE Dial Replica's now in stock; INC's km/h dial :)

[Wayno]

Paid through Paypal. :)

[clee]

:agree::agree:

22 now :) Good work people :agree:

[Woznaldo]

Paid through PayPal.;)

[David H]

Any chance I could jump in on this please?

[JRP]

Any chance I could jump in on this please?

read the thread, more will be made... maybe...

[Trevhib]

Any chance I could jump in on this please?

You can jump on the end of the hopefuls queue Dave, although it looks like most people who orignally signed up are actually paying so you'll most likely miss out on this set. Like JRP says though, more may be made.

[Trevhib]

:agree::agree:

22 now :) Good work people :agree:

Come on then, update the list. Who's being tardy? :)

[David H]

You can jump on the end of the hopefuls queue Dave, although it looks like most people who orignally signed up are actually paying so you'll most likely miss out on this set. Like JRP says though, more may be made.

Good stuff.

I guess I'm just surprised and impressed that a group buy has actually come to fruition so successfully. Well done to Steve and all those involved :agree:

[clee]

Come on then, update the list. Who's being tardy? :)
I will name and fame only for now :devil:
4344

[Alastair]

Payment sent via paypal to RTOC Shop; shop@rtoc.org (shop@rtoc.org) £41.

Many thanks to all involved, i cant wait to see them.:)

[clee]

:agree:

[Alistair Gresty]

I will name and fame only for now :devil:
4344


Well I was waiting for a group pm as agreed when the actual items are ready but as everyones jumping the gun!!

have posted a cheque as I don't have gaypal.

[OLLIe]

i`m hoping a few have gone AWOL!

i`m on the hopefull list wiht my paypal at the ready :P

[clee]

Well I was waiting for a group pm as agreed when the actual items are ready but as everyones jumping the gun!!

have posted a cheque as I don't have gaypal.

:agree:
They were all getting twitchy Alistair :laugh: .There will still be an email when I have them and a weeks grace to pay up :agree:

[Big Steve - Raider]

Hi All!!

I've just sent the PM's to all of you on the list so the weeks countdown starts HERE!

If you're on the ORIGINAL list of 35 Names and you have not recieved a PM from me please let me know.

Get your cash out if you've not already done so!! :D

Steve

[tonesGTT]

:yeah::cool2:

[Rob@Backyardracing]

Paid via Paypal... Thanks guys...:)

[Alistair Gresty]

Ive just sorted paypal and paid for the dials,

thanks for sorting these out chaps.

[clee]

:agree:

25 paid :smokin:

[Nick13]

Mock me if you like.............................................. ....I've coloured mine in with a 99p set of felt pens from the local Spar!:)

And, perhaps unbelievably, they look..................................MINT!


Like I'd tell anyone if I'd done something stoooopid and messed up a whole set of dials!..........that's not to say I haven't had my share of "tool" moments in the past!, aint we all?:o

But this is one moment that's actually had a result!

Wonder if I can felt pen a set of side graphics!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D

Just kidding!

[clee]

We'll be the judge of that :laugh:

Pics of your colouring in please :coffee:

[TrixNFlix]

We'll be the judge of that :laugh:

Pics of your colouring in please :coffee:
Im intrigued, come on Nick get some pics up :coffee:

[Nick13]

We'll be the judge of that :laugh:

Pics of your colouring in please :coffee:

I shall endeavour to take some and get them up on here....................and be ridiculed for the rest of my days no doubt!

Seriously, they look pretty good........honest!:D

[clee]

...you is really biggin it up innit .....

[BlueFish5Gt]

Just paid through paypal too.

[Purple_rob]

When are we expecting delivery chaps?

[clee]

I was waiting for that question :p

I now have the dials :cool:
Big Steve dropped them off to me today as the suppliers sent them direct to him instead of me so thanks for that Steve :agree:

I have just ordered some reinforced A4 envelopes to ship them in ( I wasn't sure how they would be packaged )

Now then ....Pat is back on strike Friday 6th and Monday 9th . Also the last call for the 35 ends Monday so I will ship them out to all that have paid from Tuesday the 10th assuming I have the envelopes by then ....which may or may not be the case :coffee:

[Gttnutter]

cool cheers for the update clee :agree:

[Lomo]

Payment sent this morning :) :agree: Great work again Steve!:cool:

[J$£5GTT]

EPIC !!!!,cant wait to rock out with my clock out..:p:cooter::devil::guitarhero:

[JRP]

EPIC !!!!,cant wait to rock out with my clock out..:p:cooter::devil::guitarhero:

Im gonna hang out with my wang out:smokin:

[Rob@Backyardracing]

I dunno if im going to fit mine yet :crap:, i cant decide??.. i mean mine are pretty good now and still orange :) and more importantly OE :p...

[clee]

Get them framed and put them on the bog wall :agree:

[Hoolio]

Im gonna hang out with my wang out:smokin:

:scared:

[Trevhib]

Looks like 9 left to pay and only two days remaining. Starting to look good for the hopefuls!

Come on, who's not coughing up? :tuttut:

[clee]

28 paid Trev .....


The Reluctant 7 have until Monday 9th at 10 pm to pay ....no pay no clocks :devil:

[Penfold aka The Dealer]

Luckily for me paypal have sent me everything i need to confirm my bank detail's. I will be at home around 2 today so i will pay my money then :)

[Penfold aka The Dealer]

Paid now :)

[clee]

:agree:
and one more also but ....

Can anyone tell me who Meav Duffy is ??
Doesn't seem to be a member as far as I can trace in Admin .

[Penfold aka The Dealer]

:agree:
and one more also but ....

Can anyone tell me who Meav Duffy is ??
Doesn't seem to be a member as far as I can trace in Admin .

Meav Duffy rings a bell to me... let me check for you. :)

[Mart]

Duncs' missus.

[Penfold aka The Dealer]

Duncs' missus.

:agree: Thats the one, i thought it were dunc. :)

[clee]

OK ,thanks ...thought it might have been someone chancing their arm :laugh:
Only 5 left then people .Bloody good work all :agree:

[Mart]

Good darts :agree:

[Kris M]

paid :)

[clee]

3 left .........

[LukeRobbo]

Im interested in a set of these.Will someone give me a p.m if i can buy a set please and il post the cheque tomorow

[OLLIe]

are we now on the reserve list ? and if so, where do we pay?

i`ve an itchy paypal finger here!

[clee]

First Refusal on any remaining dial sets
36) Phase I 16 V Turbo
37) Blue Mackay
38) OLLIe PAID
39) Ashy
40) Dangerous Dave
41) Sam Fish


I have 3 left so you just scrape in at #38 .
I think payment by the end of the week is fair for the first 3 :agree:But I think Blue may be offshore so I'm minded to hang on to his for a while longer :agree:
The only problem I've got is if any go missing in the post then I have no replacements .

[phase i 16 v turbo]

36) Phase I 16 V Turbo PAID
37) Blue Mackay
38) OLLIe PAID
39) Ashy
40) Dangerous Dave
41) Sam Fish

Many thanks!!!:agree:

[Trevhib]

32 out of 35 of the original is pretty darn good. :)

Who are the 3 originals who haven't coughed up in time? If there isn't a good reason, it needs to be noted for future group buys (i.e. payment is required up front from anyone who has previously let the side down).

[clee]

All gone now people ..
Well done Big Steve for sorting this and all those that showed their support :agree:

I'm waiting on the envelopes still but have a made a start writing out all the address labels :crap:

[The new Bill J]

Spell my name right this time :mad:

:laugh:

[clee]

Ohhh don't worry Pat ....I'm sending yours special delivery :p

[The new Bill J]

Oooooh, I feel honoured :D

[dangerous dave]

poor show guys, why couldn't some of you just bail out at the end like normal:rolleyes:


looks like the group buy dropouts have left the club now:cool:

[Brigsy]

Received my dials today, Look awesome going to fit them soon:)

[clee]

All the rest have just been posted :agree:
First class post or AirMail .

Brigsy got his early protected in a hoodie .

[Hoolio]

All the rest have just been posted :agree:
First class post or AirMail .

Brigsy got his early protected in a hoodie .

:( I was really looking forward to getting home and checking my mailbox. (not that i was expecting them yet, brigsy's post got me excited)

[Brigsy]

Look awesome fitted :agree:

[rat1]

can't wait to get my dials.thought i have a go on an old set first as the speedo is broken it won't matter if i messed them up.i came up with this may be helpful if you can't get good picture .i used an old envelop as it was a bit stiffer ,cut it a bit bigger than the dial,the speedo and revcounter take out the screw and push through the paper an screw it back on hold it down an cut it to shape then mark the end of the needle,i found you have to have the clocks laying flat because of the balance weight in the needle.the fuel /oil/temperature gauges you have to take them out .after some time of being careful not to damage the little peg ,i thought was plastic but turned out to be metal,gave a good push from the back then gripped the top with a pear of pliers an twisted it out didn't seem to damage it.do the same as the speedo with the paper.becareful pulling the needle off.i hope this is helpful it worked for me. 4424442544264427

[rat1]

4428442944304431some pictures of how i did it

[Hoolio]

Just had mine:agree: though I did wonder what the hell the envelope with the "Funky Dory Party Bags" sticker on the back actually was. Nice suprise:)

Both styles of fuel gauge as well, bonus.

[JRP]

Just got mine through, seems strange that a blond lady in a big black 4x4 merc just deliverd them..... now im confused i thought royal mail were sending them... but in person delivery is all good!

[Logg]

Mine have turned up:D thanks Clee for the fast dispatch as normal. :agree:

And yet another thank you to Steve and Bill! and everyone else involved. :agree:

[Mart]

Received mine. I didn't know it was Lockwood who had produced these copies!? :D

They're spot on though :agree:

Nice work Steve, Bill, Clee :cool: :)

[Gttnutter]

Yep mine also arrived today also...

Again thanks steve and clee they look spot on :agree:

[phase i 16 v turbo]

Got my parcel this morning ! Many thanks to all involved.

[J$£5GTT]

there here!!!!,cheers stevo an evo bill for color choice....:p:laugh:

these puppies look so fresh may just keep them in the pack an
frame them!!!...:D:cooter:

J:devil:

[mikey_r5gtt]

Big thanks to all involved. Received mine this morning

[tonesGTT]

these puppies look so fresh may just keep them in the pack an
frame them


:agree:

[p whack]

New poster! (less than 10 posts)

dammit not happy i missed out

[Big Steve - Raider]

Can all of those who missed out on a set this time please put your name down here so we can see who's interested in getting another set made??

1)

[Rob@Backyardracing]

Just arrived home to find a bent in half envelop hanging out my letter box :mad:

i didnt want to open it at first :cry: but i did and there ok thank fook..... :D cheers chaps....:agree:

[Big Steve - Raider]

Just arrived home to find a bent in half envelop hanging out my letter box :mad:

i didnt want to open it at first :cry: but i did and there ok thank fook..... :D cheers chaps....:agree:

http://www.durbnpoisn.com/images/faces/Wheew.gif

[clee]

Fooking cooonts :mad: what about ' please do not bend ' do they not understand :sad2:

Glad they are OK :agree:

[David H]

Can all of those who missed out on a set this time please put your name down here so we can see who's interested in getting another set made??


1) David H

[The new Bill J]

Got mine this morning as well. I haven't had a chance to compare them to the originals in natural light yet, but they look pretty good :cool:

Thanks to Lee, Steve, Lockwood, anyone else, and of course myself :D

If another famous rtoc list is going to be started, would it be an idea to start a fresh thread, with a link to it in this one? Some people who missed out the first time round might miss a post in the middle of this (currently) 7 page thread.

[Alastair]

Got mine today and have to say they are first class. Thanks to all involved, big up RTOC.

[raj]

recieved mine today:agree: now all im after is a guide on how to change/fit the new ones withput snapping and or misaligning the needles :scratch:

[p whack]

New poster! (less than 10 posts)


1) David H

2) peter davies

[Trevhib]

recieved mine today:agree: now all im after is a guide on how to change/fit the new ones withput snapping and or misaligning the needles :scratch:

You mean like the one about 15 posts up Raj? :sad2:

;):wasntme:

Removing the needles just needs some modified tweezers or some such to slide under the centre and pull upwards carefully.

[raj]

You mean like the one about 15 posts up Raj? :sad2:

;):wasntme:

Removing the needles just needs some modified tweezers or some such to slide under the centre and pull upwards carefully.

sorry but the pics above arnt enough for me, all im saying is the last time i fitted a set of while dials, i prised the needles off but when i pressed them back on they didnt read the same as before:scratch: sooo im not really that confident on doing this:ashamed: didnt someone mention they were going to do a "detailed"guide.?

[clee]

Yeh ,It was Big Steve ...Lazy fecker ! Get on with it !
Then again it all depends on how good you are at following instruction :p

[Trevhib]

sorry but the pics above arnt enough for me, all im saying is the last time i fitted a set of while dials, i prised the needles off but when i pressed them back on they didnt read the same as before:scratch: sooo im not really that confident on doing this:ashamed: didnt someone mention they were going to do a "detailed"guide.?

Aye, fair enough mate. No point in rushing and cocking it up if you're not confident. :agree:

[Wallace]

BIG BIG THANKS!! Once again to Big Steve,Clee and Bill and any others involved in the group buy............

They are the nuts - really really happy with them:agree::agree::agree::agree:

[Lomo]

Arrived yesterday and can honestly say I wasnt that excited about something arriving through the post since my tax rebate was due! Brilliant!! Thanks alot to all concerned and cant wait to put themin the car! Well done everyone and it's things like this that make RTOC so cool :cool:

[Big Steve - Raider]

Yeh ,It was Big Steve ...Lazy fecker ! Get on with it !
Then again it all depends on how good you are at following instruction :p

:coffee:

Sorry I'm a bit tied up at the NEC at the moment.

[clee]

Is your shammy worn out yet ;)

[dangerous dave]

1) David H
2) peter davies
3)dangerous dave
4)dangerous dave
5)dangerous daves mate.. will pay for all 3 upfront if needed:cool:

[v8ndy]

First post!


1) David H
2) peter davies
3)dangerous dave
4)dangerous dave
5)dangerous daves mate.. will pay for all 3 upfront if needed:cool:
6)v8ndy, i`ll have 2 sets if there`s any left over

[clee]

I'll have a word with Ian about getting another 15 or so in stock :agree:

[Slim]

can i have some pls

[dangerous dave]

I'll have a word with Ian about getting another 15 or so in stock :agree:

i dont think theres any reason not to stock a handful in the rtoc shop, they will sell to rtoc members or non members.. slip a set on ebay and i bet a few people would juice themselves at OE replacement dial covers:hump:

got your rtoc warehouse sorted yet?:p

[clee]

Got the warehouse shelving ready for 30000 Bigfoot spark plugs ....due in next week :coffee:

[J$£5GTT]

Got the warehouse shelving ready for 30000 Bigfoot spark plugs ....due in next week :coffee:


:laugh:

[Alistair Gresty]

Got mine today, thanks to everyone involved in organising this:)

[gtmatt]

Got mine ,what great work to every 1 who made it happen thanks again matt

[Kris M]

i havent had mine yet :cry:

[clee]

Posted to the hanger Kris ..

[Kris M]

ah, ok cool :)

[xenon]

bonjour a tous !
je viens de recevoir a l'instant mes fond de compteur !!
tip top !!
il sont superbe !!
merci steve pour la commande !!
je vous contact au plus vite pour faire une commande pour la France/Europe (dés que certain français aurons vue les miens pour pouvoir juger !!)

hello has all!
I have just received has the moment my bottom of meter!!
tip top!!
it are superb!!
thank you steve for the order!! :ujack::francais:
I you contact as fast as possible to make an order for France/Europe (as soon as certain French will have seen mine to be able to judge!!)
:agree::cool:

[BlueFish5Gt]

Still waiting for mine but I suppose they'll be here by next week.

[clee]

They were all posted the same day Ioannis .I would think it will be with you this week .Let me know if not :agree:

[TrixNFlix]

Cheers to all members involved in These dials.:agree: Its enough to make you feel all emotional. :)

[Alastair]

How have peoe removed the little rivets that hold the dial fascias on? With the clear plastic bit or prized them up from the front and left the plastic light guides behind? I don't want to break them. Is there a better way of pushing them through from behind? Thanks!

[Big Steve - Raider]

OK guys, here's my 10 minute fitting guide!! :D

Remove the clocks from your car and you will see the clips on the top and bottom of the clocks which you will need to CAREFULLY prise up to remove the plastic screen from the clocks

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn259/BigSteveT/Raider/Dial%20Fitting%20Guide/IMG_1687.jpg

Once you've got the cover off the clocks take a picture of ALL the clocks in detail so you can reference where the needles need to point. Ray had a good idea earlier in this thread of making a paper stencil to mark the needle position :niceone: BE AWARE that the needles on the dials will rest in different positions depending upon if you have the dials standing up or laying on their backs!! However you take the picture you need to be sure that's how you re-fit the needles!

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn259/BigSteveT/Raider/Dial%20Fitting%20Guide/IMG_1688.jpg

First we'll do the Tacho & Turbo Gauge. The Speedometer gauge is the same as this. After you have taken your picture to see where the needles need to point:

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn259/BigSteveT/Raider/Dial%20Fitting%20Guide/IMG_1695.jpg

Get yourself a fork out of the kitchen drawers & CAREFULLY fit it underneath the needles and making sure you keep the leverage on the needles so you're pulling them vertically off the dial shafts remove the needles. You'll find some of them come off easier than others so be careful!

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn259/BigSteveT/Raider/Dial%20Fitting%20Guide/IMG_1698.jpg

Once you've got the needles off you need a VERY FINE flat screwdriver to undo the dial removing screws on the face of the dial. Be careful not to scratch the screws too much by using the wrong sized screwdriver as you'll have to look at your mistakes every time you drive the car!! A few scratches can be touched up with a Black Marker! ;)

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn259/BigSteveT/Raider/Dial%20Fitting%20Guide/IMG_1699.jpg

Once you've undone the screws, remove the dial face then re-fit the new one and then re-assemble in reverse order!!

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn259/BigSteveT/Raider/Dial%20Fitting%20Guide/IMG_1700.jpg

[Big Steve - Raider]

Next we'll do the FUEL, OIL & TEMPERATURE GAUGES. :D

To sucessfully replace these dials you need to remove each one individually from the clock housing. Each dial is held in by three small copper 6.5mm nuts and copper washers. Carefully undo the nuts and make sure that the washer's don't make a run for the floor as they have a habit of doing!! You can see the three nuts that hold in each small dial here:

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn259/BigSteveT/Raider/Dial%20Fitting%20Guide/IMG_1702.jpg

Once you've un-done the three nuts you will find that the individual dials come out of the dash surround pretty easily:

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn259/BigSteveT/Raider/Dial%20Fitting%20Guide/IMG_1707.jpg

MAKE SURE YOU take a picture of the dial to remember where the needle goes at this point!! Remove the needle using the same Magic Fork Method as mentioned above. Now comes the real Fun Part :crap:

To enable you to change the dial faces on these small dials you need to remove these pesky rivets:

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn259/BigSteveT/Raider/Dial%20Fitting%20Guide/IMG_1703.jpg

I've found that the best method of doing this is to get yourself a pair of GOOD long nosed pliers! :niceone:

First of all place one tooth of the pliers on the underneath of the rivet then the other tooth of the pliers beside the head of the rivet BUT NOT ON THE HEAD, therefore allowing you to squeeze the pliers and slightly push the head of the rivet out of the dial housing:

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn259/BigSteveT/Raider/Dial%20Fitting%20Guide/IMG_1704.jpg

Once you've got the head of the rivet off from the front of the dial face get your long nosed pliers gripped around the head of the rivet and pull the rivet out WHILST TWISTING THE PLIERS AND THE RIVET IN AN ANTI-CLOCKWISE direction!! You'll see when you remove the first rivet that you have to work with the "thread" on the rivet to remove it.

Onve both rivets are out you can then re-fit the new dial face and then just re-fit the rivets into the housings by squeezing them back into the housing with the pliers but this time putting one of pliers teeth onto the head of the rivet.

Repeat this action for the other two small dials & then you're done.

Final step is to just stand back & admire your handywork!!! :D :yeah:

[Big Steve - Raider]

BTW My finger is Copywritten! :laugh:

[Andrew Cooke]

Final step is to just stand back & admire your handywork!!! :D :yeah:

I'm looking forward to seeing pictures of that 'handywork':laugh:
http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/5968847/2/istockphoto_5968847-bandaged-finger.jpg

[r5 rich]

whilst people have there clocks apart can they tell me how many bulbs are in the clock display and if possible the codes for the bulbs so I know what ones to get as I want to redo the whole lot as mine is dull:cry:

[Ian S]

Do you have a lot of lamps taken off the blue wire after the dimming resistor? That can make them less bright.

[r5 rich]

Do you have a lot of lamps taken off the blue wire after the dimming resistor? That can make them less bright.

I am sure it is just bulbs blown as it has been like it since I have had the car

[Penfold aka The Dealer]

whilst people have there clocks apart can they tell me how many bulbs are in the clock display and if possible the codes for the bulbs so I know what ones to get as I want to redo the whole lot as mine is dull:cry:


I am going to Renault this week, to replace all my bulb's, i will make a list for you & if i can get a few other sets for people on here. :)

[Big Steve - Raider]

I am going to Renault this week, to replace all my bulb's, i will make a list for you & if i can get a few other sets for people on here. :)

WHOA WHOA WHOA!!! :eek:

Don't be going to Renault you NARNA's!! E-bay's your friend (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-BMW-MERCEDES-VW-DASH-INSTRUMENT-CLUSTER-BULBS-1-5W_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem2c50b51f38QQitemZ190 332608312QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAcces sories)!!

[Penfold aka The Dealer]

WHOA WHOA WHOA!!! :eek:

Don't be going to Renault you NARNA's!! E-bay's your friend (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-BMW-MERCEDES-VW-DASH-INSTRUMENT-CLUSTER-BULBS-1-5W_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem2c50b51f38QQitemZ190 332608312QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAcces sories)!!

I get mine for free... ;) its not what you know, its who you know :D

[Big Steve - Raider]

A Better Choice (http://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/Dashboard-and-Panel-Bulbs-12V/)!

[Brigsy]

Fork method looks awesome Steve:laugh:

As for bulbs go & get a load for free from your local scrappy!

[raj]

i too would liked to know which dash bulbs to buy but maybe in amber led for a high intensity look.?
do the dash clock not have 2 or maybe 3 types of bulbs fitted?:scratch:

[Big Steve - Raider]

i too would liked to know which dash bulbs to buy but maybe in amber led for a high intensity look.?
do the dash clock not have 2 or maybe 3 types of bulbs fitted?:scratch:

Believe me; with the new clocks fitted you won't need any LED bulbs, they're bright enough!!

[xenon]

Believe me; with the new clocks fitted you won't need any LED bulbs, they're bright enough!!


one and obliged to change the bulbs, or one to keep that of origin little?

highly that one sees the result going up on your meter!! :agree:

[raj]

Believe me; with the new clocks fitted you won't need any LED bulbs, they're bright enough!!

you think? we'll see after we get this step by step fitment guide that someone should be uploading anytime "soon" ;):cooter:

edit: when the fcuk did you sneak them pics in:ashamed:

[clee]

you think? we'll see after we get this step by step fitment guide that someone should be uploading anytime "soon" ;):cooter:


errrrr :coffee:

[Big Steve - Raider]

you think? we'll see after we get this step by step fitment guide that someone should be uploading anytime "soon" ;):cooter:

edit: when the fcuk did you sneak them pics in:ashamed:

The next bus will be along in a bit Raj! :laugh:

[Andrew Cooke]

The next bus will be along in a bit Raj! :laugh:
http://failblog.files.wordpress.com/2008/07/fail-owned-another-failbus.jpg

[Kris M]

fitted mine the other day, not the best pic but you get the idea. They look alot nicer in the daylight :)

http://www.rtoc.org/boards/album.php?albumid=53&pictureid=9288

[Woznaldo]

Big thank you to Big Steve and Clee!!!!!!!

Dials turned up this week and look superb. Top work fellas:agree:

[BlueFish5Gt]

Still waiting for mine...

[clee]

:crap:

I think we can assume that it is not going to turn up now .I don't have any more sets .We will be getting some more .I'll get the ball rolling on that .
I can refund you or you can wait for the next batch ?

[BlueFish5Gt]

:crap:

I think we can assume that it is not going to turn up now .I don't have any more sets .We will be getting some more .I'll get the ball rolling on that .
I can refund you or you can wait for the next batch ?

No need to do none of the above yet.Just mentioned it.I'll wait for the time being.Thank yoy though for the options.:agree:

[5alldaway]

im waiting for the next batch :)

[Ian S]

OK, Regarding a new batch, I've asked Lockwood to make some but I was intending to have the Km/h dial included in the same print.

So to do that I need an original Euro speedo dial.

I've had a look at eBay France and there was nothing there. But eBay Netherlands does have what looks like a reproduction kit already for sale.

Can someone please translate this German advert better than the on-line translator. It does look a bit like the photo is of originals as they look a bit faded.

http://cgi.ebay.nl/Renault-R-5-GT-Turbo-Tachoscheiben-220-7000-schwarz_W0QQitemZ320463621172QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAu toteile_Zubeh%C3%B6r?hash=item4a9d1ecc34

Bable Fish version:
Please only exactly read and with the existing Tachoscheiben compare articles, in order to avoid wrong order! * Type/model: Renault R 5 GT turbo * Bj.: - * Color: Tachoscheiben black/numbers orange * km/h - upm: 220/7000 * TÜV: not necessarily * Transmitted light technology: yes * Transillumination: orange analyzes * Material: Plastic…. no foil!! * Characteristic: comparably with original equipment manufacturer quality * Assembly instruction: yes * Manufacturer: DZcentro - quality since 1981 * Warranty: 10 years free conversion warranty (with exfoliation of the color)

[Ian S]

There's little point is us making and selling those if they are already available.

Though I guess I'd buy those Dutch ones if they were original but if they are copies they maybe a little different, so I don't want to copy a copy. Unless it's an exact copy.

[Ian S]

They are a lot cheaper than ours to, at about £18 plus postage.

[Ian S]

I looked through all 1086 items listed there under 5 GT Turbo, but no original dials.

[Duncs]

Ian,
I have already sent a genuine Euro speedo dial to Steve.
Dunc

[Ian S]

Hi Duncs,

When did you send that?

Cheers.

[Duncs]

A good while ago, probably 3-4 weeks.


Hi Duncs,

When did you send that?

Cheers.

[BlueFish5Gt]

:crap:

I think we can assume that it is not going to turn up now .I don't have any more sets .We will be getting some more .I'll get the ball rolling on that .
I can refund you or you can wait for the next batch ?


Clee have you received my p.m yet?

[clee]

Yes

[Ian S]

They are the same as the first batch but now included is the km/h speedo dial as well as the mph speedo.

Price is actually less than the first batch too :)

[dangerous dave]

i................want:cool:

[Slim]

im interested too pls.. how do i go about this??

[RoboEK]

Put me down for a set, just let me know when you need payment. ;)

[dangerous dave]

Put me down for a set, just let me know when you need payment. ;)

i asked, there going into the club shop when they arrive and at a guess they will be first come first serve, but no need to poop yourself, there are a fair few available:)

[rs250nut]

100% want a set of they to replace my janky blue ones:)

[RoboEK]

Any up date on these guys? after seeing the pics of them fitted i cant bare to look at my faded old ones any more, i just drive along with my eyes shut.:p

[clee]

Yes ,I've got them in stock .I just need to check them against the previous ones but do not have any here .I'm sending one over to Penfold to compare to his set .I meant to do it last week :o
I'll do it tomorrow and list them in the shop as soon as :agree:

They will be about £30 a set + the std £2.50 p&p .

[car.crash]

how many sets are in stock and will this be a limited run?

[Ian S]

I had 40 sets made.

We can have more made if need be.

[xenon]

Salut Jean,

Si vous désirez ajouter votre nom à cette liste et acheter quelques cadrans en MPH alors s'il vous plaît, mais ne voudriez-vous pas certains faits en km / h pour vous et le reste des gars en Europe??

Pensez-vous que vous pouvez vendre 20 jeux en europe?? Si oui je vais avoir un mot avec le constructeur et voir s'il peut fabriquer une pour vous les gars? ;)



hello steve !!
je vous et envoyer un MP pour les fond de compteur en km/h !!
l'avez vous eu ?? :ashamed:

[clee]

http://www.rtoc.org/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=23&products_id=102

[dangerous dave]

done, thanks guys.. its been worth the wait:agree:

[xenon]

http://www.rtoc.org/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=23&products_id=102


MP envoyer pour plus ample informations pour la France :agree:

MP to send for fuller information for France :agree:

[xenon]

http://www.rtoc.org/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=23&products_id=102


help !!
MP :ashamed:

[clee]

PMs not working .

20 sets for France will be £720 delivered .
Lee .

[xenon]

PMs not working .

20 sets for France will be £720 delivered .
Lee .

pourriez vous me donnez votre adresse e-mail ??
j'aimerais voir certain détails avec vous sur divers sujet !
cordialement Stéphane .

could you give me your address e-mail??
I would like to see certain details with you on various subject!
cordially Stephane.

:ujack::niceone::francais:

[clee]

shop@rtoc.org

[Ian S]

Stephane, are any of the 20 sets for RTOC members?

If so, please send their membership number so they will get their members discount.

[clee]

If they are members then it would be best if they bought directly from the Shop .

[xenon]

clee and Ian s
mp to send :agree:

[elcie]

Sorry I'm abit confused lol, so have the 20 sets already been bought or are there sets available from the shop ?

Thanks Lewis.

[Ian S]

The 20 sets mentioned are for a bulk purchase to France.

If you look in the RTOC shop at an item you'll see at the lower left how many there are left in stock.

http://www.rtoc.org/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=23&products_id=102&zenid=e0a6b6b9f8e2f1b9a01970911832a242

[elcie]

Thankyou, will get one ordered asap.

Lewis

[RoboEK]

I got my set through the other day and i cant wait to get them fitted :agree:

[BlueFish5Gt]

Could you resend my set too please?

[LampsR5]

fitted mine last night was abit fiddly to do but look amazing now really worth the effort,

the water, oil and fuel gauges are awkward i didnt reuse the original screws again as they are a nightmare to try and refit, i used tiny screws that i found in an old remote lol a lot easier to work with, doesnt make any difference when the facia is on as you cant see them, just a quick tip to people who havent fitted theres yet, watch your eyes when takin them out as they shoot out a bit wild :-)

[xenon]

bonjour clee!
je vous et envoyer un e-mail a l'adresse de la boutique !
en espérant que vous le receviez !
en attente de vos nouvelles !
cordialement Stéphane

hello clee ! ;)
I and to send e-mail to you have the address of the shop! :agree:
by hoping that you receive it! :ashamed:
on standby of your news! :cool:
cordially Stephane :francais::niceone::ujack:

[NayJ]

are these still available, seen lamps today and really want some now

[D4WNO]

are these still available, seen lamps today and really want some now

Yes, available in the club shop now :)

http://www.rtoc.org/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=23&products_id=102&zenid=e0a6b6b9f8e2f1b9a01970911832a242

[Tinka_Dill]

Hiya..hope someone can help? I ordered and paid for a set on 9th April but have not yet received. I have checked with local RM depot but they have nothing there for me.
Thanks in advance for your help.
CB

[clee]

ahhh... oooppps .....sorry :o


Must be that volcano holding it up ......

It should be there tomorrow .RTOC server does not always send me an order notification and I have missed a few lately .I thought there were just tickets to send out so have let them build up .
Let me know if it doesn't turn up by Weds :agree:

[BlueFish5Gt]

Mine were way before the volcano:D.Could you please resent the set?

[clee]

Yes ,I will do it tomorrow .
PM me an address where someone will be in to sign for it.....surface mail :agree:

[jamie_8]

just ordered a set of these, can't wait to get my mits on them :D

[xenon]

e-mail envoyer clee ! ;)
j'espère que vous l'avez reçut , car j'ai quelque problème avec mon adresse mail !:ashamed:

e-mail to send clee! ;)
I hope that you have accepted it, because I have some problem with my address e-mail! :ashamed:

:francais::niceone::ujack:

[clee]

Oui, je l'ai recu. Oui, le km/h est inclus. Si tu veux faire encore un commande, je dois d'abord le discuter avec Ian .
60336034

[xenon]

Oui, je l'ai recu. Oui, le km/h est inclus. Si tu veux faire encore un commande, je dois d'abord le discuter avec Ian .
60336034


merci clee pour le renseignement . :agree:;)

MP envoyer

thank you clee for the information. :agree:;)

MP to send

[Woznaldo]

If there is anyone who is UK based and has bought one of the NEW batch and would like to sell me their km/h speedo face, I would be very grateful, and it would also offset your original purchase price.

I got a set during the original purchase and only had the mph speedo face.

Please PM me and we'll go from there.

Many thanks,

Woz

[jamie_8]

mine turned up today, look great. cheers :agree:

[Woznaldo]

Thanks for the PMs guys! Awesome response.:agree::D

[boysie]

will these be getting restocked in the club shop as they have sold out:(

[shaggy]

will these be getting restocked in the club shop as they have sold out:(

Yes they will be mate. :)

[boysie]

:agree:

[clee]

They have been ordered , just waiting on delivery .

[dangerous dave]

They have been ordered , just waiting on delivery .

:agree: mine are amazing, everyone should have a set.. :smokin:

[Big Steve - Raider]

:agree: mine are amazing, everyone should have a set.. :smokin:

:niceone:

[clee]

60 units now in stock people :cool:

http://www.rtoc.org/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=23&products_id=102

[Logg]

I've finally got round to fitting these and WOW pictures do not them justice. :cool2::cool:

Big thanks to Big Steve - Raider and CLEE :agree::agree::agree::agree::agree::agree:

[D4WNO]

Nice one Logg. You got any pics? :D

[Logg]

Nice one Logg. You got any pics? :D

lol didn't take before and after shots. :sad2: dumb aint I! :scratch: but will take some later. :D

[Big Steve - Raider]

dumb aint I! :scratch:

:innocent: :laugh:

Glad you're happy with the dials Logg.

[Logg]

:innocent: :laugh:

Glad you're happy with the dials Logg.


You could say that. :agree::agree::agree:

http://www.rtoc.org/boards/picture.php?albumid=421&pictureid=12154

http://www.rtoc.org/boards/picture.php?albumid=421&pictureid=12158

[Twig]

First post!

Hi,
I can't see these in the shop anymore? Is there any left? I would like to buy a set please. If they're all gone is there plans to make some more? Cheers Twig

[Ian S]

Hi,

Welcome to the RTOC :)

Yes more have been on order for nearly three weeks. Expected delivery is second or third week of march.

[Renault 5 GT Turbo]

New poster! (less than 10 posts)

Looking forward to these coming back in stock.

[Gttnutter]

New poster! (less than 10 posts)

Looking forward to these coming back in stock.

Awsome user name you have there...Local too!

these dials are the :cooter:

[G-man]

Haven't even got a 5 yet :laugh: seems like a good buy to make tho so i'm in.
Can someone let me know when these are back available please:)

[daveturbo]

ill take a set please...

just let me know when i need to pay.

thanks

[Renault 5 GT Turbo]

Are these still due in this week? Cheers.

[Ian S]

I've not heard to the contrary from Lockwood. But, we did order 150 sets and that was quite a big job for them with these particular dials, the manufacturing equates to maybe 1000 of their normal sets.

They delivered 100 already, but they were in kmh only for Euro orders and have been sent out.

They scheduled the remaining 50 for this week. We'll just have to see how it goes.

[Renault 5 GT Turbo]

Thanks for the update, will check back every so often.

[NemesisGTR]

New poster! (less than 10 posts)

Hey Ian,
So how far are we with the dials?
I'm a belgian member and don't require a mph clock, it would be nice, but not needed :-)

grtz

[Ian S]

I telephoned Lockwood last week.

They said they should be completed and posted to us by the end of this week.

I've listed them as in stock from next Monday 18th. :)

[clee]

Dials back in stock :)

[Nayls]

I have'nt read every page so forgive me if this has now been said! but i think the different fuel gauge is for the raider??

i've had numerous gtt's and only the 3 raider's had the 1/4,1/2/3/4 etc on the gauge.

[The new Bill J]

I have'nt read every page so forgive me if this has now been said! but i think the different fuel gauge is for the raider??

i've had numerous gtt's and only the 3 raider's had the 1/4,1/2/3/4 etc on the gauge.

So now we've got limited edition fuel gauges as well :laugh:

I think every late gtt I've seen, not just the Raiders, has got the 1/4, 1/2 etc fuel gauge. I've seen a third different fuel gauge as well, that's got the extra 'lines' like the later ones, but without the 1/4, 1/2 etc written on it :scared:

[Nayls]

So now we've got limited edition fuel gauges as well :laugh:

I think every late gtt I've seen, not just the Raiders, has got the 1/4, 1/2 etc fuel gauge. I've seen a third different fuel gauge as well, that's got the extra 'lines' like the later ones, but without the 1/4, 1/2 etc written on it :scared:


there special them raiders!:laugh:

i've only ever had the numbers on the raiders,very strange :confused:

[Woznaldo]

Can someone who isn't going to use their KPH speedo dial send it in my direction. I'll pay for it and postage (which can't be more than a std letter?). If you could PM me with a price I'd be more than happy to square it away.

Woz

[adscan]

Whats the score with these dial sets...are they still available??

[D4WNO]

Whats the score with these dial sets...are they still available??

Yes, they are back in stock now. You can order them in the club shop here... http://www.rtoc.org/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=23&products_id=102&zenid=d842aa832ead9db8128f8d1cd3a92cc7

[adscan]

Cool...thanks

[Renault 5 GT Turbo]

Purchased a set of these new dials for my car, looking at the originals in Mark Fish's photo below the needles appear to be a stronger orange than those shown in members pictures a couple of pages back.

http://sites.samfish.co.uk/r5bits/interior/dash

So clearly the needles fade, just not so noticeably as the dials themselves. Anyone know if the needles are translucent to some degree?

I am tempted to use some orange paint to bring them back as per the example below but if they are translucent, some indicator bulb paint could do the trick.

http://mercedes-190.co.uk/topic/6629239/1/

Thoughts?

Edited to say that I know this sounds like a bodge, but done correctly the results could look fantastic.
N.B. I am sure Raiders have different needles ;)

[Ian S]

Are the needles are translucent?No, they are completely transparent with an orange underside.

I just gave Lockwood a call to see if they had a solution for this type of problem and maybe could supply us the exact matching orange colour ink.

He said it usually looks patchy when the under side is brushed over and the ink tends to go on the sides of the needle making it look even worse.

He suggested a single pull of a chisel edged felt pen gave the most even looking result. Sometimes if a second pull is needed it can look patchy.

He also said he heard suggested the use of car body work paint touch up pens.

He said he'll ask his ink supplier if they have a suggestion.

I wondered about using a small firm felt pad, dipping it in the right colour ink and then carefully making one drag down the length of the needle. The trick is to not spill onto the sides and to get an even distribution.

Two pens I've used on the edges of CD's are the Edding 500 which works best and the Uni Posca which didn't adhere or cover all that well to the smooth shiny plastic.

The Edding leaves a patchy first go but does put down plenty of ink. A second go is needed why dry. It does go around the edges onto the faces a bit as the CD edge sinks in a bit to the felt marker tip. That's a desired effect on the CD but not on the needles.

On the front of a white faced CD the Posca really puts down a lot of ink and leaves an opaque layer.

I couldn't suggest how well they would go on the needles. Or how near the orange is to what is needed. Is the OE a bit day glow?

A quick Google found these:

http://www.tigerpens.co.uk/acatalog/Edding_500_Permanent_Marker_Chisel_Tip.html

http://www.tigerpens.co.uk/acatalog/Uni_POSCA_Marker_PC-8K_Broad_Chisel_Tip.html

http://www.tigerpens.co.uk/acatalog/Uni_POSCA_Marker_PC-5M_Medium_Bullet_Tip.html

[Penfold aka The Dealer]

Orange crayons work well.... nice and thick, and easy to scrape of the sides..... simples

[D4WNO]

I've seen on other car forums people painting them with brightly coloured nail polish, you can even get UV polish these days and seems to look pretty good if done well :)

[dangerous dave]

i had some red engine paint lying around.. halfords special.. used a blade to clean off the old stuff and blobbed on the red engine paint using the edge of a screwdriver.. as its thick it didn't run, just sat ontop really thick..:)

http://www.rtoc.org/boards/picture.php?albumid=1036&pictureid=11284

[Renault 5 GT Turbo]

dangerous dave...what a result there, well done.

Just to clarify, you removed the original paint behind each needle (so they were effectively clear) then applied your red paint from behind?

Interesting you chose red paint, it does look spot on though.

[dangerous dave]

dangerous dave...what a result there, well done.

Just to clarify, you removed the original paint behind each needle (so they were effectively clear) then applied your red paint from behind?

Interesting you chose red paint, it does look spot on though.

the front the needle is orange and on the rear its white if i remember, so you need to scuff it off.. i remember now, i started with a blade and ended up using sand paper & a rough wet and dry.. then they were clear, key'd and ready for some paint..

there not a 100% match, more 80% but thats better than lovely dark orange dials and washed out orange needles.. i think you could get a better match, but if you have the paint kicking about and its all the effort your prepared to put in, do it..

[Ian S]

I was wondering about whether the original paint needed to be removed first.

As people have said they just applied more, whatever, behind and it worked I wondered if the orange was a bit translucent.

[Renault 5 GT Turbo]

Thanks for all of the advice, I will probably take a view on it when I get them off the car.

First test will be shining a torch behind them to see if they are slightly transparent.

I will either top up the colour from behind with this if transparent:
http://www.directcarparts.co.uk/product/442/0010_a/granville-amber-light-brush-on-bulb-paint.html

or go for dangerous dave's method.

[Tony Walker]

Before seing these threads i actually thought the rev count was meant to be lighter than the speedo lol?

[Renault 5 GT Turbo]

Half way through the job but cannot see how to take the trip mileage reset stick off to allow me to swap out the dial.

Any advice much appreciated.

[Big Steve - Raider]

Half way through the job but cannot see how to take the trip mileage reset stick off to allow me to swap out the dial.

Any advice much appreciated.

Just twist off the rubber "button" on the end of the reset stick & then you can remove the old dials & re-fit the new ones! ;)

[Renault 5 GT Turbo]

Just wanted to report a successful fitment of dials and enhanced needles.

Much like dangerous dave, I used 1200 grit wet and dry to clear of the faded needle backing. Once clear and ready for paint, I got my girlfriend's advice on colour.

We ended up choosing 'Maybelline, Forever Strong Pro, Orange Couture 460' from Boots, £4.07.

http://www.clockworkpharmacy.com/product.php?productid=22981&cat=2155&bestseller=Y

To me it is as close to OE as I could have hoped to have got.
http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd438/ProjectUno1/Dash.jpg

[dangerous dave]

wow, thats better than mine:smokin:

i went out to have a look at my dials today and the reds gone darker than when i put it on.. better than faded but i think they can look better and for little effort.. i may have to risk a trip to boots and look like a panty sniffer as i find this colour:scared:

[Ian S]

Nice :)

Did nail varnish go onto the sides of the needles or just stay tidily underneath?

Did you apply it with the built in brush?

Maybe we should get a couple of bottles for the shop.

[Lomo]

How good does that look!!! Off to Boots it is then....:cool:

[Woznaldo]

Just wanted to report a successful fitment of dials and enhanced needles.

Much like dangerous dave, I used 1200 grit wet and dry to clear of the faded needle backing. Once clear and ready for paint, I got my girlfriend's advice on colour.

We ended up choosing 'Maybelline, Forever Strong Pro, Orange Couture 460' from Boots, £4.07.

http://www.clockworkpharmacy.com/product.php?productid=22981&cat=2155&bestseller=Y

To me it is as close to OE as I could have hoped to have got.

That looks like a top job. Well done! :agree:

Have you got your KPH dial and if so, do you want to sell it to me?

Woz

[Renault 5 GT Turbo]

Thanks for the comments guys.

When I had cleared the backs of the needles, at first I tried masking the sides of the needle with 3M masking tape. I painted one and let it dry. When I removed the masking tape, the paint had seeped down the sides doh!

I then cleaned off the paint and started again with a steady hand using the brush supplied. Any paint on the sides was removed with cotton wool and Cutex nail polish remover. This product did not 'dull' the transparent plastic needles as I suspect some paint removers might.

Nail polish remover:
http://www.boots.com/en/Cutex-Acetone-Free-Nail-Polish-Remover_1037539/

I applied two coats of the nail varnish so that the view from the front of the needles was completely consistent in colour.

Woz, PM me your address and I will try to get a quote on postage.

[D4WNO]

No need, it's a standard colour in the stores. In fact, I probably have it lol

[Ian S]

Good info :agree: :)

I should make the time to add it to the fitting guide.

Maybe also to the shop blurb and eBay add.

[FSP]

New poster! (less than 10 posts)

A guess theres no more dials left. Will there be any new orders?

[Ian S]

I just ordered another 50. There are a few already sold but will be some in stock in the club shop possibly end of next week.

http://www.rtoc.org/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=23&products_id=102

[Matt Cole]

Does nail varnish allow the back light through?

[FSP]

Will there also be the km/h dials in stock?

[clee]

Yes .
The kit contains both MPH and km/h :)

[Mr_Dave]

Woah!! How did I miss this thread! Those dials look spot on, just got my speedo in bits as its knackered.

Just placed my order in the shop!

Send them to me NOW!!! :D

[Renault 5 GT Turbo]

Does nail varnish allow the back light through?

The original orange applied to the needles was a solid colour that let no light through. The light reflects though the transparent top area. If you scrape the original faded orange colour off from the backs of the needles, apply the nail varnish, the effect is the same as when new.

[CoooL]

First post!

Hi guys..

Would it be possible to have a dial made WITHOUT the Turbo Gauge i.e. for a GTE?

[Ian S]

Hi and welcome the RTOC :)

One set of dials specially made = No.

I normally get at least 50 sets made at once so the manufacturer set up costs are shared over the whole batch.

To get one set on it's own made will cost maybe £200. Probably more.

If you mean can RTOC supply a set with one dial face missing for a small reduction in price, then that's no as well. They come to us in complete sets of dial faces, not supplied per dial face that we make up into a kit.

[CoooL]

New poster! (less than 10 posts)


Hi and welcome the RTOC :)

One set of dials = No.

I normally get at least 50 sets made at once so the manufacturer set up costs are shared over the whole batch.

To get one set on it's own made will cost maybe £200. Probably more.

Ok i didn't think so.. :) but never hurts to ask.. :)

[lee1707]

Was the dials that use to be in the rtoc shop all sold out?
If so any interest in another group buy?

[Ian S]

They do sell out from time to time but we keep restocking. There are currently 46 in stock :)

http://www.rtoc.org/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=23&products_id=102&zenid=ke12rjeubs6fle09qqnue88c86

[clee]

24 in stock .
Bulk buy just gone to France ...twice .....first batch was still showing stuck in French depot after 3 weeks so I had to ship again .

[lee1707]

Perfect, I never realised the shop was back up and running again. I will get my order in for them then.
Cheers

[TNT ANDY]

Got to say - I bought some of these at last years Frog meeting, possibly one of the best things on my car :)