[simpits-tech] converting instruments

Gene Buckle simpits-tech@simpits.org
Mon, 21 Oct 2002 10:14:46 -0700 (PDT)


> > You may find it easier to scratch build a look-alike instead of modifying
> > the original.  However, since I've not done this (yet), I'm not 100% of
> > the best way to go about it.
>
> Having examined several instruments now, I think gene is right. It is
> probably far easier to make a 'look-alike' than to try and re-engineer
> real components.
>
The exception of course is if you've got an altimeter that's been built
for flight simulation use.  Those use motor drives instead of
pitot/static input.

g.