Meter cushions DIY

[patzx12]

I needed meter cushions and didn't fancy paying through the nose for NOS.
Its only a ring of foam.
I got a local supplier to make up strips of foam 6x15.
I then made a fixture on my milling machine and fed the rubber through to make the groove.
I had to do it in small cuts but it only took a few minutes to cut a length.
Results are a perfect job.

[tevan]

That is a great idea you got there. Where did you get the material? I am on it.

[NobleHops]

Agreed, well done Pat.

[patzx12]

A local supplier of mine in Dublin, they also supply me O-rings for carbs.

[patzx12]

Re: material density, contact any gasket company and ask for the most dense foam they have cut into 6x15 strips.

[DaveMadsen]

I found 3/8" (9.5mm) backer rod as an excellent speedo and tach cushion. Backer rod is readily available at any hardware store and is made of closed foam - therefore waterproof. This easy solution DOES NOT work for the voltmeter.

[daves79x]

That's quite ingenious! For everyone's info, at least here in the states, the speedo/tach cushions are still available from Honda for $15/each. Voltmeter is not, but buy a 3rd and make that one. I wouldn't call that price exorbitant, especially when you look at the price of most CBX stuff.

Dave

[Larry Zimmer]

Cool! Thanks, all.

[Louis]

That's quite ingenious! For everyone's info, at least here in the states, the speedo/tach cushions are still available from Honda for $15/each. Voltmeter is not, but buy a 3rd and make that one. I wouldn't call that price exorbitant, especially when you look at the price of most CBX stuff.

Dave

Dave, We have nos volt cushions in stock and will ship them anywhere in the world for $25.00 each at this time. If anyone wants one just email me at usedcbxparts@hotmail.com or thru web page www.usedcbxparts.com

[daves79x]

Yes, Louis, I forgot that you still had the voltmeter cushions, in fact I got a couple from you a while ago. Sorry for the oversight!

Dave