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Apr 5th, 2018, 22:45 | #1 |
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Just recently my engine heater clock stopped working (ether filled ) due to the outer casing being broken so I bought a mechanical one. that fits the same hole in the dash. This one is electrical so it states it has to be wired to the ignition switch / one wire to ground/ one to the cylinder head. Does it have to be wired to the ignition ,could it be wired to the fuse block , or to the coil (at the ignition end for there is no armoured cable on my car ) The coil was renewed about 10 years ago minus outer cable.
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Apr 5th, 2018, 23:01 | #2 |
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It would be best to state which model and year at least, and as much detail as possible from non-original equipment you are considering installing... that way people who answer your inquiry can give more specific help...but if it had a filled thermal system temp indicator, I will assume it was either 122, 544, or 1800...replacement gauge (like the Huke Basart type) probably needs Ign Power (which you can get from Fuseblock, Fuse 2 of a 122) or Terminal 54 at OE Ign Switch. Reference: http://www.sw-em.com/temperature_gauge_notes.htm Good Hunting! |
Apr 6th, 2018, 15:48 | #3 |
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Ron thanks for the reply. Right Yes i did omit to put on the model (partly ) SORRY
On the question of power to the unit, could I not take it from the " YOUR " brake light switch rather than the ignition this would solve a lot of problems due to the inaccessibility of the switch Peter Cannon The car is a PV 544 1863 fitted with a B20. |
Apr 6th, 2018, 16:09 | #4 |
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Checking 544 Wiring Diagram (http://www.sw-em.com/544%20Wiring%20Diagram.jpg ) we see that "Bromskontakt" is supplied by Fuse 1 (25A)... so in answer to your question: Yes, you could certainly power an Elec Temp Indicator with Ign Power from that node (and save yourself some contortions under the Dashboard)...current I expect is minuscule and would not require increasing the fuse value. Good Hunting! |
Apr 6th, 2018, 18:30 | #5 |
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Thanks Ron , has they say in Lancashire T T F N (Ta, Ta , For ,Now.)
I now know That I will not BLOW it up Peter |
Apr 13th, 2018, 21:30 | #6 |
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Quote "The car is a PV 544 1863 fitted with a B20. "
That must be the oldest PV in existence !! Mine's only a 1959 I thought that was getting on a bit. Regards, Richard. |
Apr 23rd, 2018, 18:55 | #7 |
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"Short Stubby Fingers" thats the problem
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Apr 23rd, 2018, 18:59 | #8 |
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I've got " Short Stubby Fingers " that's the problem.
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