Central Shift Boxes
Discussion
Here is a very sweet layout if you are looking for some inspiration:
www.adequatespeed.freeserve.co.uk/pics/dash_layout_4.jpg
www.adequatespeed.freeserve.co.uk/pics/dash_layout_4.jpg
You need to be able to turn the Lights and wiper motor on and off etc, with out moving to far from the steering wheel.
I hate having to move my hands to far from the streeing wheel to operate switches, the car demands respect and concentration while driving fast.
The factory fitt them on that curved surface of the dash so you can get to them quickly.
ps I don't think that when your strapped in I can touch that part of the dash. Would surgest sitting in position and trying any set up before drilling holes.
Have Fun
Clive.
I hate having to move my hands to far from the streeing wheel to operate switches, the car demands respect and concentration while driving fast.
The factory fitt them on that curved surface of the dash so you can get to them quickly.
ps I don't think that when your strapped in I can touch that part of the dash. Would surgest sitting in position and trying any set up before drilling holes.
Have Fun
Clive.
vez said: Here is a very sweet layout if you are looking for some inspiration:
www.adequatespeed.freeserve.co.uk/pics/dash_layout_4.jpg
Are you yoking
I like how close the shifter is to the steering wheel. IMHO I think it is pretty handy to be able to get your hand back the steering as quickly as possible particularly when driving on a track!
Also, I wonder what the little red buttons on the wheel do? Put the wipper whipper control on there.
>> Edited by PiB on Tuesday 14th January 18:32
Also, I wonder what the little red buttons on the wheel do? Put the wipper whipper control on there.
>> Edited by PiB on Tuesday 14th January 18:32
The dash layout is pretty much to the individual's taste. I like things being symmetrical (the designer in me I suppose), so I tried to balance each area whilst having everything to hand.
The switch bank on the right side of the wheel extends no more than about 200mm from wheel edge, with the Stack controls just beneath them. I also placed my headlamp dip/main button right by the wheel edge so I can flick it on and off without removing my hands from the wheel. Same goes for the fuel pump switchover and the indicator switches which are wheel mounted.
The lighter socket, engine start and extinguisher pull are in the centre out of my way and in fact, out of passengers reach if they're strapped in properly too!
Like the Ultima, it's functional, neat and looks great.
Still, each to their own.
>> Edited by Stig (moderator) on Tuesday 14th January 20:06
The switch bank on the right side of the wheel extends no more than about 200mm from wheel edge, with the Stack controls just beneath them. I also placed my headlamp dip/main button right by the wheel edge so I can flick it on and off without removing my hands from the wheel. Same goes for the fuel pump switchover and the indicator switches which are wheel mounted.
The lighter socket, engine start and extinguisher pull are in the centre out of my way and in fact, out of passengers reach if they're strapped in properly too!
Like the Ultima, it's functional, neat and looks great.
Still, each to their own.
>> Edited by Stig (moderator) on Tuesday 14th January 20:06
A good question mate - and one I can't answer!
I haven't got a copy of the SVA regs. so was working on the basis that if it's not, I'll remove it and blank the hole for the test. Same goes for the bias adjust.
I'll replace them err.... purely for track use
Edited to say, that these SVA things are bloody pointless. Given the fact that I'm strapped in with a 6 point harness, if my head were to hit the dash, it would be because it had come off.
Somehow, having a switch poke me in the eye at that point would seem pretty dull by comparison!
>> Edited by Stig (moderator) on Tuesday 14th January 20:53
I haven't got a copy of the SVA regs. so was working on the basis that if it's not, I'll remove it and blank the hole for the test. Same goes for the bias adjust.
I'll replace them err.... purely for track use
Edited to say, that these SVA things are bloody pointless. Given the fact that I'm strapped in with a 6 point harness, if my head were to hit the dash, it would be because it had come off.
Somehow, having a switch poke me in the eye at that point would seem pretty dull by comparison!
>> Edited by Stig (moderator) on Tuesday 14th January 20:53
Yep, totally & utterly pointless, but, rules is rules you know!
If the car is going to the SVA via the factory, they should be able to blag it as they see fit to get it through. Things can always be put back to the way you want them afterwards.
With regards the brake bias, IIRC they too are not allowed (to work that is). Any bias adjuster must be locked off and not adjustable whilst moving (something along those lines anyhow) Again, the factory can sort that.
Paul
If the car is going to the SVA via the factory, they should be able to blag it as they see fit to get it through. Things can always be put back to the way you want them afterwards.
With regards the brake bias, IIRC they too are not allowed (to work that is). Any bias adjuster must be locked off and not adjustable whilst moving (something along those lines anyhow) Again, the factory can sort that.
Paul
SVA Rules on switch gear on dash etc. The area 127mm around the outside of the streering wheel is free, as the mans Imitation head will not hit it. If it does, then Stig can do what I did with my Cutoff switch, just use a 20mm hole cutter on a Tennis ball, and slide it over the top. PASS. Needless to say the tennis ball is for hire..
Stig how do I put up a picture like you just have ??
Stig how do I put up a picture like you just have ??
like the Stack unit in stig's photo (although not to sure about black on white ) and the swithgear layout to the right, but i have to say the centre section looks a bit vague.
Oh' with regard to the SVA, if memory serves, nothing must protrude more than 9mm beyond a 200mm radius of the steering wheel rim.
Oh' with regard to the SVA, if memory serves, nothing must protrude more than 9mm beyond a 200mm radius of the steering wheel rim.
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