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[skaterava]

Hi all,

I've just bought a set of 3 clock gauges to replace the standard 2 clock in my Mini. But I'm unsure how to fix the new gauges in place, as the brackets for the old one are unsuitable. I haven't got a dashboard in my car, but I'm planning on making one myself, so the bracket must allow for that. I've searched Minispares but couldn't work out which brackets I need, could anyone help? Thanks :)

[rally1380]

The three clock bracket is different (bigger) than a two clocker. Have a look in the 'breaking' section in the classified section. there is a guy selling loads of stuff and he had a 3 clock bracket for sale.

[rally1380]

http://www.theminifo...sale-with-pics/


Item number 15

[AVV IT]

As above if you are going from a 2 clock pod to a 3 clock pod, then you need a larger bracket. If you are planning on fitting a full length dash, then the bracket that bolts into the bulkhead needs to be removed and discarded, as there isn't sufficient room behind a full length dash to keep the bracket. The clocks will then need to be cut down and screwed to the back of your new dash.

Edited by AVV IT, 07 September 2012 - 10:45 AM.

[JMini]

Did you need to buy a whole 3 clock setup?? U do need the bigger bracket but i thought the taco just plugs into the standard two clock pod??

[miniman_7]

If it is a set of white gauges from an mpi then you will also need my guide......
 mpi_rev.doc   3.31MB   646 downloads

[skaterava]

Thanks for the help guys. Should I be buying a three clock bracket then, or just affix the clocks to the back of the dash when I get my hands on one? I.e. are the brackets only for people who want three clocks but no dash?

[AVV IT]

Yes that's right, the brackets were part of the standard three clock pod that sits between the two dash rails, they weren't fitted to models with full length dashes like the rover coopers etc. If you're planning on fitting a full length dash then personally I wouldn't bother with all the hassle of fitting a three clock bracket and pod, only to have to remove it all again later.

Also in case you weren't aware, in order to get the clocks from a 3 clock pod to attach to a full length dash, you have to get a bit handy with a hacksaw and file and cut down the tubes that house the green turn signal/indicator lamps on the internal cluster. Basically this means that once you go across to a full length dash, there's no going back unless you buy a new set of clocks.

Edited by AVV IT, 08 September 2012 - 11:34 AM.

[skaterava]

Actually, now that you mention it, the clocks I bought do look like they've been cut down a tad in the place you describe...okay, thanks for the advice so far. If the standard bracket isn't what I'm looking for, what's the best way of affixing the clocks with a full length dash?

[AVV IT]

You just place the full length dash face down on a surface, then place the clocks face down on top, (lining them up with the holes in the dash below) then place small self tapping screws through the holes in the white plastic casing that surrounds the clocks and screw them through and into the back of the dash beneath.