TR4/4A Large gauge installation mishap

[JimTR4]

Hi all,
So I took my large gauges out ages ago and only now re-installing. i seem to have lost to bracket gismo's that go on the long threaded bolts on the back of the gauge and hold against the dash.
I actually cant remember what they look like!!!
Has anyone got a pic and/or know where I can get them? Probably if I can get them...
Duh...

 

[RichB4493]

I fabricated one out of some hobby tubing from Ace hardware. Not perfect but effective. They are rare to find online. Saw some from a supplier in the UK.

I have seen it referred to as a shovel bracket.

The nuts are special. I believe a 2BA knurled nut available from Moss.

Regards,
Rich

 

[JimTR4]

Thnaks Rich - that's them. Guess I'll do the same.

 

[Sarastro]

I get my BSF hardware from British Tools and Fasteners,

British Tools & Fasteners

britishfasteners.com

Google BSF Fasteners and you will find others. The original nuts are large knurled ones, more convenient but not necessary.

Back when I was restoring my TR4A, I lost those U-brackets also. I just made new ones from steel strips, I think about 1/2" or 3/4" wide and 1/16" thick. Of course, having invested the time and effort into making the new pieces, I eventually found the originals. Maybe the same strategy will work for you.

 

[CJD]

I thought they were the same as the early TR's, but maybe not...

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[mctriumph]

These thing interchange over all years with minor mods I usually misplace the nuts, so have taken to
assembling the gage ,brackets & nuts together and then misplacing the assembly(only to be found when NOT needed)
Mad dog