F650 dash mod customization

[JSchuricht]

I am getting ready to do the F650 dash mod to my F250 but have decided to go a slightly different route than the Carling rocker switches that have become popular. I found several companies that make backlit panels and think I have found the one I am going to use. I did a quick render of what I am having made, but would like some opinions before I send it off. The panel would have 16 toggle switches and 4 LED indicators across the bottom with green back lighting.

[RRonning1984]

That is cool. Where are you getting that made.

[JSchuricht]

The company I am most likely going to use is called Concours Specialties. Right now, I am just trying to make up my mind on what labels and where to place them.

[Eric]

That's gonna be alot of wiring

[JSchuricht]

All the switches are DPDT, so potentially (6 contacts X 16 switches) + (2 contacts X 4 LEDs) = 104 points to solder. That's not counting the resistors for the LEDs and the connections for the back lighting. On the plus side, not all the contacts on the switches will get used.

Another render to establish size.

[choupique108]

thats gonna look pretty cool

[onewheelneil]

I think this was an awesome idea.You should mount that panel you designed like this guy.

[macoubrie]

Originally Posted by onewheelneil

I think this was an awesome idea.You should mount that panel you designed like this guy.

That is a sweet looking setup. Do you have any more information on this setup? Is there a thread or do you know the guys name that made this setup? I would like to know what the touch panel controls and if it is home made or purchased. I would really like to learn more about the panel modification!

[JSchuricht]

I saw that one a few years ago. IIRC the screen is for a carputer.
It's a sweet setup, but the dash work is slightly beyond my abilities.

[JSchuricht]

Got the panel from Concours today. Few teaser pics. My camera isn't doing the back lighting any justice, but it looks sweet with the lights on.