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Low Gauge Readings.

To: triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Low Gauge Readings.
From: tonyr@dzn.com
Date: Sat, 10 Aug 1996 23:13:18 -0600
TO>I posted a message inquiring about voltage stablilizers a few days ago. Now
TO>I'm not so sure that my low readings at the fuel and temp gauges are being
TO>caused by the stablilizer.

TO>Both gauges read about 1/3 too low, but when I bypass the stablilizer they
TO>seem to read fine. The car is a MkII Spitfire, with an Alternator
TO>conversion (negative ground, if this helps). I've tried three different
TO>stablilizers with no change in the readings. Is there something else I
TO>should be looking at?

TO>I'd like to get this fixed, as I just installed an electric fan and would
TO>like to know when to turn it on, as I haven't installed the thermostat for
TO>it yet.

TO>Thanks alot!    Tom

Hey Tom,
 When you did the conversion, did you install a ballast resistor in line
FROM the alternator??
 A little more info and we'll try to help you figure this out.
Best Regards,
Tony
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