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[I_want_an_Omega]

Hi,

I've done this as a separate subject to keep things clean.

I have made contact with the German supplier of these and ordered one. The cost was 60 Euros or about £50.

My intention is to do a how to using this kit - which will have instructions supplied in English.

Watch this space. 

Rob

[Lampynoiseboy]

Excellent stuff Rob, look forward to it.

I'm still amazed I had what seems like a good idea........must have been drunk sober awake 

[I_want_an_Omega]

Well, I've ordered one ..........

They will provide English fitting instructions.

They will also provide a significantly discounted price if we place a bulk order - but let's take it one step at a time 

Cheers - Rob

[Lampynoiseboy]

Any news yet rob?

[I_want_an_Omega]

Any news yet rob?

Yes, sorry - totally overlooked it. I got one of these and fitted it, it works well and does exactly what it should. It gives a choice or 3 or 5 flashes.

Delivery from Germany took weeks - and it arrived a couple of weeks back.

The installation took me a lot longer than it should have done due to a combination of a) some ambiguity in their translation from German, b) GM's choice to use the same colour wire for two different functions in the indicator circuitry.

I could do another one in a fraction of the time though.

Installation needs 5 connections:

1) Ignition switched 12v
2) Ground
3) Indicator left to bulbs
4) Indicator right to bulbs
5) Indicator common

The easiest way of getting 3,4,5 is tapping into the three wires going to the indicator stalk and stripping insulation/soldering/taping up again. DONT USE SCOTCHBLOKS.

I mounted the unit in the void behind the lightswitch and accessible with the panel end cover off.

The German supplier suggests connecting the module straight to the +12v ignition switched line - with no fuse. I don't think that's a good Idea, so added a small fuse in line just for safety's sake.

In terms of pricing, well, I ended up paying about 60 Euros for mine - with shipping being a big chunk.

They have given me the following prices for volume:

26 Eur / pc when order 50 pcs and more*
28 Eur / ps when order 40 pcs and more*
30 Eur / pc when order 30 pcs and more*
32 Eur / pc when order 20 pcs and more*
34 Eur / pc when order 10 pcs and more*
35 Eur / pc when order up to 5 pcs

This is for a single order - with delivery to one point in the UK.

If we were to do a group buy (which I'd be happy to co-ordinate) then there would need to be an extra charge for onwards postage to OOF members. I'd suggest about £3 to cover registered postage & a small jiffy bag.

The ambiguity in the instructions is easily fixed as I'd correct their guide. Electrical ability is not demanding - but the 5 connections need to be well made so soldering skill is necessary.

So, with 50 people the price would be (eg) 26 Euros plus £3, per member - plus a fusefolder.

Let me now what you think.

Regards - Rob

[Lampynoiseboy]

Nicely done rob, many thanks for your time & effort 

I'm in, 100%, what ever it comes to!

And scotchblocks? Never in a million years, solder & heatshrink is the only way!

I'd like to add if anyone round my way can't solder, I'm happy to volunteer my services for biscuits 

[Andy B]

I'd be up for one too Rob. 

[pauls]

Have we got any pictures of them working

[Andy B]

Have we got any pictures of them working

What's there to watch? 

Flick indicator ..... on off on off on (off on off on) 

[Lampynoiseboy]

You could take 2 pics, one on, on off, and post them 3 or 5 times 

[I_want_an_Omega]

Actually I did take some pics, but need to (find the camera  ), transfer and then upload.

There really isn't anything to see TBH. Basically as soon as the unit senses that R or L has started it then takes over for 3 or 5 flashes.

I've been pondering a bit and would do a 100% test on each unit before dispatch. Sounds difficult, but it really only needs an indicator stalk, flasher unit and some wiring/bulbs connected to a bench power supply and you are away.

I'll dig the pictures out and see if any more interest is generated over the coming days. 2 so far,a fair few to go 

[amba]

Sounds like a usefull bit of kit and due to my inter-gallatic mileag on motorways count me in for 1 aswell.

Sounds like a plan too.... Lampynoiseboy...your only just over the water from me and happy to bring biscuits as my soldering skills are dubious to say the least...Where abouts in Essex ?

[Lampynoiseboy]

I'm in Southend-on-Mud, for my sins!

Be a pleasure mate 

[amba]

Sounds like a plan then  ....walk along the longest pier/drink at the Curzon/and a blat back along the A127...memories from the "old days".

[Lampynoiseboy]

Assuming you mean the Kursaal, I wouldn't bother, and most of the 127 has 70 then 50 mph average cameras.

All a bit sh*te really!