The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network (https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/index.php)
-   The 1973 - 1987 Chevrolet & GMC Squarebody Pickups Message Board (https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/forumdisplay.php?f=4)
-   -   Swapping an indash AMP meter to an indash VOLT meter (https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=456817)

MudBug 04-02-2011 09:44 AM

Swapping an indash AMP meter to an indash VOLT meter
 
I got a 74 model truck that came with an AMP meter in the dash.I'm rebuild the dash and wiring.Can I swap a factory Volt meter in place of the AMP meter. I'm installing a GM serpentine system that comes with a 100 amp CS style alternator which is way to much for the old AMp:metal: meter.
Thanks

SCOTI 04-02-2011 12:24 PM

Re: Swapping an indash AMP meter to an indash VOLT meter
 
Yes, swapping the AMP meter for a voltage meter is a simple swap.

Remove the amp meter. Remove the 'clips' on the back of the housing that allow contact to be made w/the printed circuit board. Install the voltage gauge. Connect a good under-dash 12v power source to the voltage gauge & then another that will ground it under the dash to the cab wall.

MudBug 04-03-2011 08:37 AM

Re: Swapping an indash AMP meter to an indash VOLT meter
 
Thanks for the reply. The wiring is the last step in a motor swap,Vintage Air install, and new wiring on a 74 Crew Cab.
Thanks:metal:


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 02:56 AM.

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2026, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Copyright 1997-2025 67-72chevytrucks.com