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rawlir · 12-15-2024, 01:58 PM

I have Period Correct USED gauges (oil pressure, amp, fuel) Is there a way to check them prior to installation?

FortyNiner · 12-15-2024, 04:28 PM

Do you want to fully test them or just check for movement?

rawlir · 12-16-2024, 10:17 AM

I would like to fully test them....

FortyNiner · 12-17-2024, 02:27 PM

You'll need a 6v power source. I tested my fuel gauge by simply wiring the sender, gauge, and power with the sender out of the tank. Moving the sender arm should move the gauge. The amp meter can also just be wired up before installation to check it.

I'm not smart enough to know about oil pressure gauge testing.

tubman · 12-17-2024, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by FortyNiner

You'll need a 6v power source. I tested my fuel gauge by simply wiring the sender, gauge, and power with the sender out of the tank. Moving the sender arm should move the gauge. The amp meter can also just be wired up before installation to check it.

I'm not smart enough to know about oil pressure gauge testing.

I'd try my air compressor, an adjustable regulator, and some brass fittings.

GB SISSON · 12-17-2024, 03:03 PM

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I came up from the shop for lunch, read this thread and went down and put some junk together while Denny was typing.

tubman · 12-17-2024, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by GB SISSON

I came up from the shop for lunch, read this thread and went down and put some junk together while Denny was typing.

Even better. The pressure source is genius.

If your tire gauge is any good, you can even check for accuracy.

GB SISSON · 12-17-2024, 03:23 PM

Just don't ask how I check the temp gauge (at 98.6)

Back down to the shop after that one...

GB SISSON · 12-17-2024, 08:02 PM

OK, so I know it's kinda gross thinking about holding that brass sending unit under my tongue like having your temperature taken at the doctor's office.... Heck, it'd have to be in there for at least ten minutes and I don't think I could go that long without talking! Where's the 'roll eyes' imogee anyhow? What?

12-15-2024, 01:58 PM	#1
rawlir Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 146	46/47 Dash panel gauges I have Period Correct USED gauges (oil pressure, amp, fuel) Is there a way to check them prior to installation?

12-15-2024, 04:28 PM	#2
FortyNiner Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: u-rah-rah-Wisconsin Posts: 1,244	Re: 46/47 Dash panel gauges Do you want to fully test them or just check for movement? __________________ 19 and 49 F1 - jes' like Henry II built 1946 Deluxe - as Henry built it

12-16-2024, 10:17 AM	#3
rawlir Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 146	Re: 46/47 Dash panel gauges I would like to fully test them....

12-17-2024, 02:27 PM	#4
FortyNiner Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: u-rah-rah-Wisconsin Posts: 1,244	Re: 46/47 Dash panel gauges You'll need a 6v power source. I tested my fuel gauge by simply wiring the sender, gauge, and power with the sender out of the tank. Moving the sender arm should move the gauge. The amp meter can also just be wired up before installation to check it. I'm not smart enough to know about oil pressure gauge testing. __________________ 19 and 49 F1 - jes' like Henry II built 1946 Deluxe - as Henry built it Last edited by FortyNiner; 12-18-2024 at 08:05 AM.

12-17-2024, 03:23 PM	#8
GB SISSON Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Orcas Island Washington Posts: 5,881	Re: 46/47 Dash panel gauges Just don't ask how I check the temp gauge (at 98.6) Back down to the shop after that one... __________________ Owner/Operator of 'Jailbar Ranch' on the side of Mt. Pickett. Current stable consists of 1946 1/2 ton pickup turned woodie wagon with FH V8, 1946 Tonner Pickup with 226 H six, 1979 Toyota landcruiser wagon, now wearing 1947 Ford Jailbar sheet metal. 'Rusty ol' floorboards, hot on their feet' (Alan Jackson)

12-17-2024, 08:02 PM	#9
GB SISSON Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Orcas Island Washington Posts: 5,881	Re: 46/47 Dash panel gauges OK, so I know it's kinda gross thinking about holding that brass sending unit under my tongue like having your temperature taken at the doctor's office.... Heck, it'd have to be in there for at least ten minutes and I don't think I could go that long without talking! Where's the 'roll eyes' imogee anyhow? What? __________________ Owner/Operator of 'Jailbar Ranch' on the side of Mt. Pickett. Current stable consists of 1946 1/2 ton pickup turned woodie wagon with FH V8, 1946 Tonner Pickup with 226 H six, 1979 Toyota landcruiser wagon, now wearing 1947 Ford Jailbar sheet metal. 'Rusty ol' floorboards, hot on their feet' (Alan Jackson)