light problem

Posted By: lifted85

light problem - 06/03/13 08:20 AM

ok so took my 77 power wagon for a ride tonight for the first time (at night) lol an I got no dash light's, also when I turn the head lights on an say I turn the wiper's on the light's get dim, would ya say VR maybe??? I also notice when I turn my signal lights on my tach will go with the light lol any idea's?? i just found out tonight so haven't looked into it but wouldn't mind some pointer's before i start lookin.. thanks guy's

Posted By: 340SHORTY

Re: light problem - 06/03/13 10:20 AM

Typical Dodge electrical problem.. add headlight relays, bypass the ampmeter, check for dirty bulkhead connectors, bad grounds..

Posted By: lifted85

Re: light problem - 06/04/13 01:58 AM

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Typical Dodge electrical problem.. add headlight relays, bypass the ampmeter, check for dirty bulkhead connectors, bad grounds..

thanks 340, I thought the 70's dodge's had more wiring problems

thanks again

Posted By: therocks

Re: light problem - 06/05/13 06:22 PM

Check the amp meter.Every one I had they were junk and burnt.I disconnected them and ran a Volt meter.Rocky

Posted By: nytemuvr

Re: light problem - 06/11/13 05:16 AM

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Check the amp meter.Every one I had they were junk and burnt.I disconnected them and ran a Volt meter.Rocky

My Challenger Rallye ampmeter has worked since Nov. '71