Indicator positions

[Wizzle]

Evening all

As the evenings draw in I’ve started designing the wiring loom whilst I (impatiently!) wait for my kit to arrive.

I’ve seen a few Trikings and other reverse trikes with Lucas-style torpedo lights (eg Lucas 1130) on the front wheel arches. Is that acceptable for the MVSA? I see most are attached to the side of the headlight, which is obviously one less wiring challenge, but I’d be interested to know if it’s an option?

[Weg]

Both positions are ok for msva.
I've put indicators on the mudguards, hid the wires in a stainless tube tacked to the under edge of the mudguard bracket then up the underside of the guard. 2 wires needed.
If you haven't already got a copy, worth downloading the msva manual. So many things to check on. https://www.gov.uk/government/publicati ... ion-manual
Tony

[Wizzle]

Brilliant, thanks Tony - routing the wires was my next question!

I did rummage through the MVSA but could only find references to heights / distances, so that helps a lot. Thanks!

[Weg]

The magic tube.
Cable then glued with black stuff to mudguard and up to light.

[Wizzle]

That’s an elegant solution, thank you!

[Richard and Pat]

This was my solution using the same lamps as the Type 1's and giving a good clear signal.

[Wizzle]

Another elegant solution! Thank you!

[Richard and Pat]

Thank you.
I shortened the Headlamp mounting post too so no threads showing below nut.

[Wizzle]

Sorry to dig this up again Tony, but I'm finalising my loom and can't make up my mind how best to run the cables from the mudguard / sidelight back to the chassis - I'm trying to find the path that needs the least flexibility or movement. How did you get the wires from the mudguard back to the chassis if you don't mind me asking?

Regards

Alex

[Weg]

Alex
My picture of 30 sep shows a s/s tube to tale 2 thin wall cables, indicator and ground. Don't rely on chassis / suspension for earth.
I then glued the cables to the outer edge inside the mudguard with black PE adhesive, not in direct path of debrit from tyre.
Hope this helps.
Tony