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Indicator positions
Posted: Fri Sep 29, 2023 6:06 pm
by 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?
Re: Indicator positions
Posted: Sat Sep 30, 2023 2:26 pm
by 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
Re: Indicator positions
Posted: Sat Sep 30, 2023 4:21 pm
by 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!
Re: Indicator positions
Posted: Sat Sep 30, 2023 5:54 pm
by Weg
The magic tube.
Cable then glued with black stuff to mudguard and up to light.
Re: Indicator positions
Posted: Sat Sep 30, 2023 10:14 pm
by Wizzle
That’s an elegant solution, thank you!
Re: Indicator positions
Posted: Tue Oct 03, 2023 10:27 am
by Richard and Pat
This was my solution using the same lamps as the Type 1's and giving a good clear signal.
Re: Indicator positions
Posted: Tue Oct 03, 2023 7:40 pm
by Wizzle
Another elegant solution! Thank you!
Re: Indicator positions
Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2023 4:07 pm
by Richard and Pat
Thank you.
I shortened the Headlamp mounting post too so no threads showing below nut.