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Old 08-12-2011, 08:31 AM
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Default Speedo Faded on every used boat?

How come most of the used boats I look at the speedo is faded dark? but every other gauge looks fine? i would think they all get the same sun light and are made by the same people.
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Old 08-12-2011, 06:20 PM
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I have noticed that too. Not sure is why though
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Old 08-12-2011, 07:48 PM
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If they are the liquid filled, then that is why. The glycerin in them seems to make them change color/fade faster.
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Old 08-15-2011, 10:21 AM
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WHy is it liquid filled? i know the speedo works off water pressure... but i would thing the needel moving in water would just be more restrictive.
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The glyceren is there to steady the needle, and give you a more stable/accurate reading. It just makes everything smoother and more vibration resistant.
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