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Old 02-06-2008   #1
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Instrument reflection

Does anyone else have an issue with the central digital display within the speedo being unreadable on a (rare) sunny day, especially as I like to see my 50.0mpg? I have experimented with extending the top of the cowl towards the steering wheel and it seems to help, though the top would have to be matt black to avoid it reflecting in the screen (I have ivory which makes it worse).There is a useful looking screw in the cowl which might hold a part on. Any suggestions?
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Re: Instrument reflection

All I find is that on some days the sun reflect off the steering column making it diffucult to see the instrument digital display some days.
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Re: Instrument reflection

try using a non glossy polish, or else consider flocking
http://www.frost.co.uk/item_Detail.asp?productID=9441
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Re: Instrument reflection

Mmm... a flocked dash on a 500!

Might be a bit difficult to keep clean on the white versions but would look good if done right

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