Instrument rims
#1 Instrument rims
Hi all, the black rims on the instruments of my S1 4.2 are in poor shape, with bubbling paint and pitting. The instruments themselves are all in good shape. Does anyone know if it possible to purchase new rims? I have looked on line but could not locate anything. Many thanks.
Michael Wood
S1 4.2 FHC
S1 4.2 FHC
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#2 Re: Instrument rims
Hi,
These guys:
https://www.autoelectricalspares.co.uk/ ... ion=search
And search for bezel or bezels.
I sanded mine down, used a primer/filler spray and repainted in black. Are yours too far gone?
These guys:
https://www.autoelectricalspares.co.uk/ ... ion=search
And search for bezel or bezels.
I sanded mine down, used a primer/filler spray and repainted in black. Are yours too far gone?
Richard
Previous owner and restorer of a S1 3.8 FHC Opalescent Golden Sand with Tan Trim 889504 (now sold and headed for Athens)
Previous owner and restorer of a S1 3.8 FHC Opalescent Golden Sand with Tan Trim 889504 (now sold and headed for Athens)
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#3 Re: Instrument rims
this is my usual procedure on restos. Works very well.
Andrew.
881824, 1E21538. 889457. 1961 4.3l Mk2. 1975 XJS. 1962 MGB
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Adelaide, Australia
881824, 1E21538. 889457. 1961 4.3l Mk2. 1975 XJS. 1962 MGB
http://www.projectetype.com/index.php/the-blog.html
Adelaide, Australia
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#4 Re: Instrument rims
They are usually relatively easy.to remove. You may need to prise the tabs ever so slightly....no need to bend straight....then the bezel will twist and can be removed when the tabs line up with slots in the flange...just don't let the glass drop out!
Julian the E-type man
1962 FHC
1966 MGB....fab little car too
1962 FHC
1966 MGB....fab little car too
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#5 Re: Instrument rims
rswaffie wrote: ↑Sat Jun 19, 2021 5:56 amHi,
These guys:
https://www.autoelectricalspares.co.uk/ ... ion=search
And search for bezel or bezels.
I sanded mine down, used a primer/filler spray and repainted in black. Are yours too far gone?
+1 for that….don’t expect anything retro to fit…..then you won’t be disappointed….your bezels are worth keeping….sand/etch prime and top coat….
All the best
Jonathan
1963 3.8 FHC ..now finished …………….
1974 2.7 Carrera now as an RS Touring
1974 2.7 Carrera now as an RS Touring
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#6 Re: Instrument rims
I agree
I used a can spray of satin black …lovely finish
BTW should there be a rubber seal under the rim between it and the glass? Mine had something crumbly and disintegrated in it that needed removing
Also should there be a rubber ring between the lip of the actual instrument and the dashboard??
Robbie
I used a can spray of satin black …lovely finish
BTW should there be a rubber seal under the rim between it and the glass? Mine had something crumbly and disintegrated in it that needed removing
Also should there be a rubber ring between the lip of the actual instrument and the dashboard??
Robbie
Robbie 1962 3.8 Coupe OSG 1962 OTS ODG
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#7 Re: Instrument rims
+1 for sanding, priming and painting the rims. Done it on 2 cars now.
Glass (just in case) and rubber seals from e-bay and only a few quid.
I bought a make up face powder brush to lightly brush the dust off the faces.
Eddie
Glass (just in case) and rubber seals from e-bay and only a few quid.
I bought a make up face powder brush to lightly brush the dust off the faces.
Eddie
67 FHC
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Richard
Previous owner and restorer of a S1 3.8 FHC Opalescent Golden Sand with Tan Trim 889504 (now sold and headed for Athens)
Previous owner and restorer of a S1 3.8 FHC Opalescent Golden Sand with Tan Trim 889504 (now sold and headed for Athens)
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#9 Re: Instrument rims
Thanks everyone for the replies - I'll try rubbing them down and repainting before I look at new ones.
Michael Wood
S1 4.2 FHC
S1 4.2 FHC
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#10 Re: Instrument rims
I restored mine the same way.
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'64 3.8 fhc & '51 Mk 7
'64 3.8 fhc & '51 Mk 7
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