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Old 08-02-2011, 04:49 PM   #1
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Using Stock Gauges

Is there a way to use the stock gauges in my 47 if it is 6volt? I like the look of them and really want to retain that look.
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Old 08-02-2011, 05:50 PM   #2
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Re: Using Stock Gauges

I think you can change the bulbs to 12VDC the water speedo and oil are mechanical so all you need to watch is the 6VDC fule gauge and sender,
, dont forget the rest of bulbs in the truck!

There are step down voltage resistors available for the fule gauge, someone will tell you which one on here
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Old 08-02-2011, 06:22 PM   #3
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Re: Using Stock Gauges

Thank you for the info!!
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Old 08-02-2011, 07:45 PM   #4
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Re: Using Stock Gauges

stovebolts.com has a whole tech thread on converting 6v to 12v.
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