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Correct 427 S/C Dash Layout
I've searched this site, and others, and found some information but most all the links and photos posted are 10+ years old and missing or dead links.
I've been through all my books by Colin Comer, Dave Freidman, etc. and can't find a complete photo. I'm wiring my entire build now, including the dash. I bought authentic Smiths gauges from Nisonger. I want to be as original looking as possible. So can anyone post pictures of or links to pictures of the dash, instruments, switches of real authentic S/C cars. What toggle switches were used? What was used for headlights and wiper motor? edit: I just found a useful thread for switches here: http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/all-...-question.html Thanks in advance... |
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Brittany told me I can come over to your garage anytime and crawl all over csx3020 but, eh.. guess I can wait until the monthly lunch is 2 miles from your house again ;) I have quite a library of pictures of your comp car ... and found this one that helps a lot: http://bobworley.com/images/csx3020_dash2.jpg There are two toggles switch to the left of the tach hidden by the steering wheel - what are those? and what is the toggle to the right of the tach? I need to find a source for the rotary knobs for wiper and panel lights. anybody? That time I got to ride shotgun for two blocks :) http://bobworley.com/images/csx3020_dash3.jpg . |
The jeweled/chrome panel light housings can be sourced from Europa Spares.
https://www.europaspares.com/auto-el...ng-lights.html I am not aware of any North American-based source for these. -Steve |
In general, Lucas toggle switches are not rare. Same for the Lucas rheostats for the dimmer. The momentary push button is available from a number of supply places like Finish Line.
That particular wiper switch/bezel is another story but if you're not too concerned with the bezel, there are other Lucas wiper switches/bezels that could be adapted. Lucas knobs are common on eBay as well as other suppliers. Make sure you buy a Lucas bezel tool to tighten the bezels. They're easy to scratch w/o one and the tool isn't that expensive. Larry |
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Bob: I have a fairly detailed build log on the ffcars site. You can google it with the key words 'ffcars reasonably authentic'. While my build is based on a Factory Five, I have a great deal of info on the exact parts that I used to duplicate the original S/C (competition) dash with pics from original 427 S/C cars. This could be of some help to you. PM me if you want. Best, Ron (picah on both forums) |
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Here is a picture of our standard SC dash layout.
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/scra...new-build.html |
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Can you tell me from where you sources the Lucas toggle switches and the wiper and dimmer knobs? |
One switch is the fuel pumps
The second one is the lights And the third one is the differential cooler I believe |
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And Larry, I made my own Lucas bezel tool from a 14mm 6 point deep socket. Works like a charm! |
Awesome, looks good!
Larry |
The wiper switch you show doesn't look like a PRS7 to me, but if it works who cares?
There were several variants of PRS7 switches, all with a pressed aluminium casing. The one for a Cobra wiper motor (DR3) needs to be the 6-wire, not the 5-wire. The switch will power the wiper motor in reverse to park the blades down below the screen - they do a fun little dance when you switch off. The switch is the same as that used in XK Jaguars amongst other cars. Roger |
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I need to install my Nisonger gauge's and switches, so when can you loan me your tool ? lol... Good job buddy. But actually guys, a little speedo goes all to the right side of the dash, per Carroll's mandate to screw with the sanctioning body needing to have a speedometer. |
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