lsdweb
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| posted on 14/4/11 at 03:22 PM |
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How big is a 52mm gauge?
I know it sounds stupid but how big are Racetech 52mm gauges? I'm just building my dash and need to cut the holes but haven't bought the
gauges yet! Is the hole 52mm?
Ta in advance
Wyn
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David Jenkins
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| posted on 14/4/11 at 03:23 PM |
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I believe that it's a 52mm hole! (or 2", if you prefer). The actual rim will be a little wider.
Please take further advise before committing to a design though... 
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Miks15
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| posted on 14/4/11 at 03:32 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by David Jenkins
I believe that it's a 52mm hole! (or 2", if you prefer). The actual rim will be a little wider.
Please take further advise before committing to a design though...
Well no i believe 2" is 50.8 mm to be picky 
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David Jenkins
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| posted on 14/4/11 at 03:51 PM |
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coyoteboy
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| posted on 14/4/11 at 03:56 PM |
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52mm body diam, bezel depends on the gauge in question.
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coozer
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| posted on 14/4/11 at 04:35 PM |
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I've just drilled my dash for a Racetech coolant gauge with a 51mm hole drill. Had to go round with the Dremel a bit to get it in.
1972 V8 Jago
1980 Z750
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r1_pete
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| posted on 14/4/11 at 05:07 PM |
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I've a box full of 52mm gauges, the bodies are all 51.6mm and the outer bezel is 56mm, so you know the minimum spacing.
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lsdweb
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| posted on 15/4/11 at 08:31 AM |
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Thanks guys - out with the 2" hole saw then! It's ply so I can sand the holes out to 52mm.
Ta
Wyn
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David Jenkins
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| posted on 15/4/11 at 08:46 AM |
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Many hole saws cut a bit over-size, so you may get close first time!
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r1_pete
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| posted on 15/4/11 at 09:34 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by lsdweb
Thanks guys - out with the 2" hole saw then! It's ply so I can sand the holes out to 52mm.
Ta
Wyn
I wouldn't dress the holes until you have the gauges, then you can be sure of a nice snug fit.
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lsdweb
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| posted on 15/4/11 at 09:47 AM |
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I should probably order the gauges........
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lsdweb
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| posted on 15/4/11 at 11:12 AM |
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Ordered!
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