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speedview
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28-12-2018, 03:48 PM
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Hi folks,


I sell some widgets that need fitting instructions. They come with 'universal' instructions, but I've been asking for 'test pilots' to fit them and do a quick "How to" guide to make it even easier.


Here's a How-To I did for a Mk2 MX%:
http://www.speedview.co/forum/Thread-Ins...-1998-2000


The 'universal' instructions you get printed in the box are here:
http://www.speedview.co/downloads/SpeedV...ual_EN.pdf


Somebody suggested turning the instructions as a comic book - if a five year old can read it then anybody should be able to, right? I laughed at first, but then thought I'd give it a go using an app called Comic Life.

What do people think? Am I taking the mickey here, or would it be useful?

Do people fit parts reading instructions from a phone/laptop? Would you if they were like this? (printing is obviously a problem!)

What would you think if you saw this sort of thing in a magazine - "amateur product," "lol," "makes fitting it easy" etc. Feedback welcome!


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speedview
28-12-2018, 03:48 PM #1

Hi folks,


I sell some widgets that need fitting instructions. They come with 'universal' instructions, but I've been asking for 'test pilots' to fit them and do a quick "How to" guide to make it even easier.


Here's a How-To I did for a Mk2 MX%:
http://www.speedview.co/forum/Thread-Ins...-1998-2000


The 'universal' instructions you get printed in the box are here:
http://www.speedview.co/downloads/SpeedV...ual_EN.pdf


Somebody suggested turning the instructions as a comic book - if a five year old can read it then anybody should be able to, right? I laughed at first, but then thought I'd give it a go using an app called Comic Life.

What do people think? Am I taking the mickey here, or would it be useful?

Do people fit parts reading instructions from a phone/laptop? Would you if they were like this? (printing is obviously a problem!)

What would you think if you saw this sort of thing in a magazine - "amateur product," "lol," "makes fitting it easy" etc. Feedback welcome!


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speedview
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28-12-2018, 03:49 PM
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28-12-2018, 03:49 PM #2

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DaveEdin
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29-12-2018, 01:31 AM
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Yeah - I can follow that. Works for me... :thumbup:
IS200 Sport - Sold
Mazda 6 MPS - Zoom Zoom!

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Currently 280bhp/295lbft; 3" Meercat custom exhaust; KW Suspension; FMIC; SSP; HPFP; Custom Stainless Steel Dials - for the moment, the only set in the world!! (Till the group buy for MPSOC anyway :lol: )

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DaveEdin
29-12-2018, 01:31 AM #3

Yeah - I can follow that. Works for me... :thumbup:

IS200 Sport - Sold
Mazda 6 MPS - Zoom Zoom!

Modifications
Completed:
Currently 280bhp/295lbft; 3" Meercat custom exhaust; KW Suspension; FMIC; SSP; HPFP; Custom Stainless Steel Dials - for the moment, the only set in the world!! (Till the group buy for MPSOC anyway :lol: )

In Progress:
E-Tuning remap ongoing via Cobb Accessport; Braided brake lines; Stubby aerial; Tinted repeaters and sidelights; 3 Port Boost Control Solenoid; 3" HTP Intake

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mr2tubbyben
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29-12-2018, 01:40 AM
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I like it, very easy to follow!
Mr2 rev1 Turbo; decat, mongoose exhaust,blitz induction, gizzmo ms-ibc ebc@1bar, aftermarket intercooler, grooved front discs
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mr2tubbyben
29-12-2018, 01:40 AM #4

I like it, very easy to follow!

Mr2 rev1 Turbo; decat, mongoose exhaust,blitz induction, gizzmo ms-ibc ebc@1bar, aftermarket intercooler, grooved front discs

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toxo
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29-12-2018, 03:49 AM
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That's one of the best how to guides I've ever read! I wish mine were that good lol

I hope your guides say to solder & heatshrink where possible and only to use scotchlocks as a last resort Wink
Edited 09-02-2012, 01:23 PM by toxo.
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toxo
29-12-2018, 03:49 AM #5

That's one of the best how to guides I've ever read! I wish mine were that good lol

I hope your guides say to solder & heatshrink where possible and only to use scotchlocks as a last resort Wink

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speedview
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30-12-2018, 08:05 AM
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That'll be a 'yes' all round then. Smile


Here's the software; dead easy to use. I am no artist. Free 30 day trial too:
http://plasq.com/products/comiclife/win


toxo -

Scotchlocks are the default instruction. For low-current stuff that isn't exposed to outdoor grime, heat, vibration, much, and bullets they're ok - and the 'safest' option for complete newbies. (worst case, the accessory stops working)

Those who know better will ignore the instructions and solder/heatshrink or crimp/solder/heatshrink (not solder/crimp/heatshrink though, this is bad as solder shrinks and the crimp releases) without me needing to say a word. Wink

Your threads are pretty good. Only criticism is that they're ****** long and interesting, so eat up a chunk of my life LOL. Don't know squat about Toyota V8s or RX7s so have kept stum but it makes interesting reading! RX8s are soooo cheap (and have a decent chassis/nice big engine bay) these days its sorely tempting. :-o

(even somethign like an S-Type V6/manual box would go nicely)
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speedview
30-12-2018, 08:05 AM #6

That'll be a 'yes' all round then. Smile


Here's the software; dead easy to use. I am no artist. Free 30 day trial too:
http://plasq.com/products/comiclife/win


toxo -

Scotchlocks are the default instruction. For low-current stuff that isn't exposed to outdoor grime, heat, vibration, much, and bullets they're ok - and the 'safest' option for complete newbies. (worst case, the accessory stops working)

Those who know better will ignore the instructions and solder/heatshrink or crimp/solder/heatshrink (not solder/crimp/heatshrink though, this is bad as solder shrinks and the crimp releases) without me needing to say a word. Wink

Your threads are pretty good. Only criticism is that they're ****** long and interesting, so eat up a chunk of my life LOL. Don't know squat about Toyota V8s or RX7s so have kept stum but it makes interesting reading! RX8s are soooo cheap (and have a decent chassis/nice big engine bay) these days its sorely tempting. :-o

(even somethign like an S-Type V6/manual box would go nicely)

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