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Re: Instrument problem

To: bmelusky@netscape.net
Subject: Re: Instrument problem
From: Larry Paulick <larry.p@erols.com>
Date: Mon, 09 Jun 2003 09:04:04 -0700
Yes, the ground is provided by the stabilizer mounting screw, so if 
intermittent, then make sure ground is good.

Larry

bmelusky@netscape.net wrote:

>"Anthony & Susan" <jetbike@worldlynx.net> wrote:
>
>There is a 10 volt output instument voltage stabilizer in the dash that could 
>be the culprit.  Check the output with a voltmeter and it should be a steady 
>10v.  Since this supplies the temp and fuel gauge only I would start there.  
>
>If memory serves me, it should be around the middle of the dash. You can get a 
>wiring diagram from Tigers United. Look for a lightgreen/green striped wire 
>from the 10v to the instrument.
>
>Grounds are always an issue, especially with the wood dash if the 10 v is not 
>the problem.
>
>Melusky
>
>
>
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>
>>When I took my car out for a spin I found that the temp gauge almost pegged
>>at 250F! After a stress filled moment I also found the gas gauge on full
>>when I know the car was not. Both needles seem to follow one another and did
>>fall back to what I thought to be reasonable and accurate readings but this
>>lasted only for a short time before they both went on the rise again. This
>>has happened before but not quite this bad. I did just have an ammeter
>>installed which seems to be working fine along with my Tach, Any Ideas?
>>Ground maybe? Where should I start to look? As always thanx in advance!
>>
>>Regards,
>>
>>ANT 66 MK1A
>>B382001859LRXFE
>>
>>    
>>
>
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