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Date:         Mon, 29 Aug 94 16:35:15 EDT
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From:         dcarment@ccs.carleton.ca (David Carment)
Subject:      Re: aftermarket gauges

We installed our dual sender when the tin was removed. We actually had to cut some of the tin away, and I would think you would have to do the same if you want to get around the distributor. Since the sender is at least three times the diamter of the old one it will have to be quite a big hole and go in at a slight angle. If you feel confident r/r the distributor makes it easier. -- Use high temp silicone to to fill in any gaps...As Joel says it goes in quite a bit at least 10 turns or more.

As far as gauge placement goes - buy the gauge brackets which can be mounted into the underside of the dash (with two sheet screws). IMHO the best place is out the way by the right knee just tucked to the right of the steering wheel bracket. This necessitates the occasionally glance over the wheel (or a mirror) to see both directly, but the alternative is to place it in the dash itself which is more work. Since I generally lean on the wheel anyway its not a problems.

For feeding wires the best way is to trace the fuel line out the back and then feed the wiring through the gas tank area with a coat hanger (twisting the wire together and using electrical tape and plastic "twist ties" helps. Feed the line right to the front of the van and up through the same grommet that feeds the brake line (there are also lines coming through). This is easier to do with the spare and grille removed. The wire will come up right by the heater outlet and hidden from view. Its an easy hookup to the gauge from there. Taking a light source from behind the dash can work, but be careful that you use low resistance wire as you could damage the printed circuit. Simply tap into one of the bulbs by twisting the wire and bulb in at the same time. As for your 12 volt source you could tap into your lighter if you don't use it much - Good luck - DC

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