Member Contributer coderighter Posted September 4, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 4, 2013 I just thought I'd share my voltmeter install, as I don't think I've seen another like it. The bottom bracket is slotted so that I can slide it out of the way once the bolts are loose, making the bolts easier to remove. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer PairOfAces Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 I like. Cannot find one like this. Is it waterproof. Please share. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer coderighter Posted September 5, 2013 Author Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 Actually, I was more proud of the mount but here's the meter. http://www.jameco.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&pa=2095040&productId=2095040&CID=octopart I just really wanted a LCD to match the bike's gauges Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer PairOfAces Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 I agree. It looks sharp. Can't wait to get two. Just avoided a breakdown thanks to the Honda Optimate 3+ solid state battery chargers I use to tend both bikes. It took abnormally long to come up to charge after a ride, alerting me that I had a charging problem. R/R was bad on '86. This happened this spring. Been looking for a voltmeter ever since. Thanks ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer IntAceptor Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 I have this meter also and mounted it on the grey plastic on the right side. The meter, as it comes, is not waterproofed. You can take some silicon sealant or better yet, Household Goop and seal around any seam that is exposed. Then I took some clear plastic tape and put it over the display to waterproof that. Do not just mount the meter without doing at least what I suggested above or it will fail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer rangemaster Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 You have every right to be proud of that mount. Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 Can you see it in the daylight ? Can not see mine but it is LED. PS not running I hope 12.7 little low. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer mello dude Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 Close to what I got.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer motormike Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 I have a Datel meter, but it's not installed because I'm clueless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer PairOfAces Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 I have a Datel meter, but it's not installed because I'm clueless. Is your meter waterproof brother ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Belfry Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 Actually, I was more proud of the mount but here's the meter. http://www.jameco.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&pa=2095040&productId=2095040&CID=octopart I just really wanted a LCD to match the bike's gauges Nice mount. Did you connect directly to the battery or tap into a switched wire? If the latter, which one? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer motormike Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 I have a Datel meter, but it's not installed because I'm clueless.Is your meter waterproof brother ? Yessireebob! I think it is. Check Wire My Bike for details as that's where I got it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer coderighter Posted September 5, 2013 Author Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 They say it's 'Splash proof'. Mine came with a rubber gasket for the back, so I don't think that will be a problem. I only ride for fun, so I avoid the rain, but I guess if needed, I could clear coat the whole thing. It's very easy to see during the day, but there's no back light for night. However, around town, street lights are enough to see it. I have a female RCA jacket in place of one of the inner push clips that I have hooked to the battery which I use for charger or aux. I was in a hurry to take a ride, so for now I have the meter plugged into the RCA. In future I'll put it on the battery directly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer auggius Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 I have a Datel meter, but it's not installed because I'm clueless.I installed mine into a small hobby box and carry it in the map window of my tank bag so that takes care of the waterproof issue. It's a non-permanent installation as it connects with an SAE (trailer) plug.But back to the original topic, very nice install by the OP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer bmart Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 Spiffy mounting. I did something similar, but with velcro and off to one side, so that I could see it past my tankbag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dalesvfr Posted September 5, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 5, 2013 I have the LED one from ADV. The LED unit is cockeyed in the casing so when I look down at it (when I can see it in the sunlight) it's crooked. Oh well, at least I know my operating voltage, or an approximation thereof. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted September 6, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 6, 2013 Can you see it in the daylight ? Can not see mine but it is LED. PS not running I hope 12.7 little low. HELLO HELLO anybody home .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer coderighter Posted September 6, 2013 Author Member Contributer Share Posted September 6, 2013 Can you see it in the daylight ? Can not see mine but it is LED. PS not running I hope 12.7 little low. HELLO HELLO anybody home .... #13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Rush2112 Posted September 6, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 6, 2013 Nice mount CR! I'm still looking where to put my voltmeter... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer AnikMankar Posted September 6, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 6, 2013 i had this ... then this and now moved to IN-DASH LED volt meter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted September 6, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted September 6, 2013 Can you see it in the daylight ? Can not see mine but it is LED. PS not running I hope 12.7 little low. HELLO HELLO anybody home .... #13 Thanks brain fart .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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