Digital Gear Indicator Kit, Not from 600!

[Richie25x]

The material is canvas phenolic.  We used this all last year 23 races it is holding up well.

[N4Racing]

From the picture, it looks like it could be Micarta.  This type of material is used in a lot of applications, and high heat is one of them.  McMaster-Carr sells a similar product here: http://www.mcmaster.com/#garolite/=ms4xk5 .  

I think Micarta might be a brand name.  Here is more info: http://www.eplastics.com/Plastic/Micarta

Jeff

[WIGGLES84]

Thank you very much for the material info guys! 

looks like Garolite (CE) might be the common name for that material. McMasters site says 235 degrees is its max temp. that would open up a few different materials for me to try @ or above that temp.

So I guess my next question to all is: What would you prefer as the material for the sending unit? Aluminum or a plastic?

Andrew

[justfreaky]

Andrew,

I like the aluminum piece. No plastic to break or warp.
Although the plastic material may be cheaper for any kind of production.
My thought, for what it's worth.

Steve

[N4Racing]

I would prefer aluminum as well.

Jeff

[WIGGLES84]

The only thing that makes me want to try\do the plastic is that it would be less work on my end 

And then I could be like 600 and get repeat costumers  , lol

Andrew

[VMS Motorsports]

My 2 cents, for what it's worth, stay with the aluminum.
Most people will pay for reliability and quality

[Legends16]

I'm with the norm. I would pay a little more for the aluminum piece.

[Vern Houseman]

I feel the same I have the unite and I would not change anything Andrew....

[Vern Houseman]

Well just got home from the races, All I have to say about Andrews  gear indicator kit is ? LOVE IT, I wouldn't tint the lens, it's not to bright in my opinion.easy to read, dosnt distract you eighter.Had no issues at all. This man has a good deal going hear.

[racintaz99]

My opinion, I would keep what you have going and not worry about the plastic plate for now.



Scott

[racintaz99]

Another race and we still don't have any problems of any sort with the plate.


Scott

[WIGGLES84]

looks like its time to get the working on fixtures to make a few at a time! 

Anyone know how to add more hours in a day?

Andrew

[Earnst85]

looks like its time to get the working on fixtures to make a few at a time! 

Anyone know how to add more hours in a day?

Andrew

Well there is one day in the fall that has 25 hours... or just start yesterday.

[justfreaky]

WHAT?!!!! There aren't 32 hours in a day?
Somebody should tell my employer.
 

Andrew,

Stick with the aluminum. So far, results are good with the lenses. Don't make it more expensive than you have to.

Steve