We fixed our 1997 U270 cracked Plexiglas dash that was backlit with bulbs. Sequence of photos at BeamAlarm.com.
Cracked Dash Replacement (http://beamalarm.com/Documents/Modifications/cracked_dash_replacement.html)
Contact us at Foretraveler@gmail.com if you would like an emailed copy of the new dash printout.
FYI
There is a plasic that is front engravable that when engraved the translucent back is exposed so that the backlighting will work.
Any decent trophy/engraving place can get some and engrave it to your specs. One supplier is Romark item number 3-401 matte black 1/8" thick.
http://www.delviesplastics.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=DPI&Category_Code=Rowmark_Ultramattes_Reverse (http://www.delviesplastics.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=DPI&Category_Code=Rowmark_Ultramattes_Reverse)
Keith
This looks like a good solution to replace the electroluminescent dash in our coach that works most of the time if the dimmer is at full brightness.
With bright backlighting it might allow the annotation to be visible to the mature naked eye.
Previous threads here mentioned a power supply from FOT to restore dash brightness?
Bob
FOT does not have replacement inverters. I purchased mine from luminousfilm.com
DC-12V, Inverter for Parallel Electrode Panel, (300-600in2)
Inverter for Parallel Electrode Panel, Input Voltage 12VDC @ 2AMP, Output Voltage ~100VAC @ 600Hz, Size - 6.125 x 2.375 x 1.75-inches, Weight - 32oz, Capacity - 300 to 600 square inches of panel, Color - Black, Made in the USA. VAC to VDC Power Supply Not included.
SKU Number: IN2005
Price: $97.50
This is another example of how great Foreforums is. I'm going to bet there are a lot of folks here who have cracks in backlit plexi other than just in the MH dash. I, for one, have a small crack in the backlit faceplate of my prized McIntosh pre-amp that I've wanted to get fixed forever. Now I know who to go to. Thanks.