Where to buy?

[benc]

Hi Guys

I am going to be hopefully rewiring the console on my tornado at the end of the month.

I think I need a new switch panel (between 5 and 8 switches), and I think I am going to have to replace at least some of the wiring.

The question is ... where do I buy this stuff from? Is there somewhere online I can buy it cheaper than going into a chandlery? I don't want cheap chinese import stuff from ebay... I want something I can trust/rely on.

Thanks

Ben

[Channel Ribs]

Something like this?

About 75 pounds...

[benc]

Looks perfect, do you have an eshop?

[martini]

The cheapest way to get a switch panel is to make one using Carling switches with rubber boots. There's plenty of ideas on here from people who've done it.

Make sure your cable is tinned, another search on here will get you some links to suppliers.

Here's one for starters: Power Store

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by benc

Looks perfect, do you have an eshop?

Yep: Essential Bits and Bobs, Channel Ribs

As Martini says, there is lots of info on here about making your own panel up too

[benc]

The panel looks ideal, I will look at getting that purchased shortly... how long does delivery normally take? I am in the isle of man next week so wont be doing anything until at least the week after

As for cabling, what size cable should I be getting? I will be for gps/radio/compass/bilge/spotlight/nav lights (I think thats it for now).

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by benc

how long does delivery normally take?

We usually use Royal Mail, though they have been a bit slow of late - over three days even with first class seems to be average. Best to allow a week.

Would you like it pre-wired and labeled for your setup?

[benc]

How would you terminate the wires ? if I could just strip my wires, add a connector and clip it in, that would be pretty good...

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by benc

How would you terminate the wires ? if I could just strip my wires, add a connector and clip it in, that would be pretty good...

We can send the right connectors for the panel

If everything is in or on your console, chances are the manufacturer's leads are all long enough?

[benc]

I am not sure on the lengths of wires... its not the easiest place to get in to... I think they should be long enough though. What would the extra cost for the wiring be?