[DML] Replacing Instrument Cluster Needles - Questions

["gzapf" <x86Daddy@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

One of my upcoming projects is to install a new EL backlit dash
(ordered from SpeedHut who began selling after the last distributor
stopped).  One of the things I'd like to attempt as well is to replace
the needles with the more modern translucent plastic variety.

I've recently acquired all the parts I want to install in the
binnacle, but I'd like to hear if anyone else has replaced the needles
in their instrument cluster.  Any tricks to it or special concerns? 
With the new ones I bought, I don't know yet if I'll have to expand
their holes or fill them in some, but I imagine hot glue will suffice
for filling such space if needed... does anyone know if this would /
wouldn't work out for a particular reason?

Also, the new needles I have are the deep orange type you see on
almost every modern instrument cluster.  I got them from SpeedHut when
I ordered the dash kit.  I'd actually prefer frosty white or yellow,
but had a hard enough time finding these (not a normal SpeedHut item;
haven't seen needles online... oh, don't search for "guage needles" if
you're not prepared to see interesting things).  If someone does know
where to get other colors, I'd be much obliged.

Thanks,
--Greg
#2894








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