Voltmeter in Stock Cluster...

Tman · Aug 4, 2007

I have tracked down a few mentions of replacing the stock Ammeter in the gauge cluster with a Voltmeter. I would love to do this, anyone have any ideas where I can find this info?

MarsChariot · Aug 5, 2007

Bronco Driver article by Clay McGuill several months back. I don't have issue info, but I have a pdf. I will PM you.

TBP · Aug 5, 2007

Tman,

This site has a nice write up

http://home.austin.rr.com/broncenstein/electrical.htm

Good luck,

TBP

Tman · Aug 6, 2007

Cool, I got the Pdf, thanks MarsChariot and also the website, thanks again TBP.

Kaw-Liga · Aug 6, 2007

Mars, is the pdf file different than the link posted by TBP? If so would you mind sending me a copy as I am interested as well. Thank you.

Rob

MarsChariot · Aug 6, 2007

Kaw-Liga said:
Mars, is the pdf file different than the link posted by TBP? If so would you mind sending me a copy as I am interested as well. Thank you.

Rob

It looks to be the same basic discussion, but the Bronco Driver article (pdf) was bit more explicit on a couple of points.

NicksTrix · Aug 6, 2007

here's one i recently did for one of my builds. not too bad a job. much easier if the cluster is out of the truck.
before and after of same head after full service

NicksTrix · Jul 19, 2008

i've been asked a few times for the volt meter i use in them.
it's an autometer 2645 i get them from Jeg's for about 36 bucks apiece.
their stock number is 105-2645.

Viperwolf1 · Jul 19, 2008

That looks really good. Does the illumination match up ok or did you do any modification there too?

70EB · Jul 19, 2008

Now that is sharp. Me likey. Might be a mid-tour leave project

NicksTrix · Jul 19, 2008

matches up well. i have also trimmed a bit of the id out so some of the light can go into the cluster since they are dim to begin with and give a bit more of a blended look. it's a great upgrade for the money. couple hours you're good to go.

brian72 · Jul 20, 2008

how is the voltmeter wired in..?

NicksTrix · Jul 20, 2008

one wire to a keyed power source the other to ground. you can tap right into the feed for the cluster regulator. it's right there. nothing to it.

NicksTrix · Jul 20, 2008

weld the bad holes up, blend smooth and drill it again. be sure your drill bits are good. if one side is off it will pull the hole since only one side is cutting. what are you drilling these with? hand drill or drill press? are you using a center punch to begin with to locate your pilot hole?

72_EB · Jan 8, 2009

Hey Nick,
Did you get any "bounce" out of the needle when installed over rough terrain? I think I used a SunPro? meter last one I did, but it bounced cause the needle spring was too light I think.
Thanks,
J

NicksTrix · Jan 8, 2009

no bounce that i recall.

muddog899 · Sep 3, 2010

Mars,
hey do you still have the PDF for the voltmeter conversion, if you do could I get a copy from you..
Thanks nash

fallingdown · Sep 28, 2010

Here is a voltmeter conversion I did recently. Take a look at my thread for other examples of gauge clusters.

http://classicbroncos.com/forums/showthread.php?t=168804

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fallingdown · Oct 12, 2011

Ok, Here is the new voltmeter we have been working on. This mod has been added to our list of options if you are interested. The pictures are a bit grainy but the new volt gauge is almost indistinguishable from the stock Amp gauge.

BroncoinAlaska · Oct 12, 2011

My cluster is looking way better!
Thanks Kevin it looks great!

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