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Re: Dead temp & gas guages even after replacing the voltage

To: Simon Carson <simon.carson@videotron.ca>
Subject: Re: Dead temp & gas guages even after replacing the voltage
From: Pat Horne <pjhorne@mail.utexas.edu>
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2005 19:48:04 -0500
Simon,

This is an easy one! Just reverse the wires on the instrument regulator 
and it will be fine.

Not related to this problem, but just as a heads up, make sure that the 
case of the regulator is grounded, it is an electrical connection too. 
(Grounding is not part of this problem, but  I just wanted everyone to 
know that the regulator does need to be grounded.)

Peace,
Pat

Simon Carson wrote:

>List,
>
>I know this has been covered before, but I don't recall the answer. I was 
>suffering through the floating temp & gas gauges syndrome and finally replaced 
>the voltage regulator. The temp gauge now maxes out at about 140 degrees and 
>the gas guage shoots up to 1/4 tank then drops dead. They don't fluctuate like 
>they used to and now just go dead after the car starts rolling. Any 
>suggestions as to where to look next?
>
>On another note: does anyone have a speedo cable for a '69 1600?
>
>Thanks,
>Simon
>'69 1600
>Montreal, Canada






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