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Installation of plasma dials

The installation of the films is possible for experienced craftsmen/mechanics, but is relatively time-consuming and requires delicate hands as the small parts such as needles and stop pins can break very quickly.

Speedometer housing opened

Since all needles are removed for replacement, they must then be correctly reinserted and adjusted if necessary.

The measuring devices are all analogue, which means they cannot be adjusted electronically.

It is important that the needles are correctly positioned so that the displays are correct.

 

If you want to install the foils yourself, you usually have only limited options for adjusting the measuring devices.

The simple option is to compare and adjust until it fits:

Letting the needles settle at the zero point and then reinserting them in the same place works with the following measuring devices:

-Voltmeter

-Oil pressure

-Boost pressure

All other measuring devices do not have a clearly defined zero point and need to be adjusted in a slightly more complex way.​

Speed ​​indicator:

by driving tests with GPS and correct if necessary

Tachometer:

With the engine running, measure the speed with a multimeter and compare, correct if necessary

Water temperature:

Let the engine warm up and when the thermostat opens, place the needle in the middle.

Fuel gauge:

BEFORE removing, take a photo of the fuel level, after installing, switch on the ignition and wait about 20 seconds, then place the needle.

It is a little more convenient with a few electronic components:

-Voltage source 12V

-2x resistance 80-100 Ohm

-a few cables with crocodile clips

This allows the water and tank indicators to be set to a certain level and marked/photographed BEFORE removing the needles, as shown in the diagram in the next picture.

After installing the new foils, reconnect the cables and, after waiting about 20 seconds, place the needles in the same place.

Make sure that all needles are about 2mm away from the dials, otherwise they may jam.

In order to achieve a high level of accuracy, I use setting devices for the installation service that I have developed and built myself. This allows the needles to be set quickly, efficiently and precisely, as I can "approach" and check each individual measured value within the scale.

Setting device instruments
Speedometer adjustment device

If you have any questions about installing the dialss, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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