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Fuel gauge that works with factory sender? #2651396
05/02/19 10:47 PM
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Looking for an aftermarket fuel level gauge that works with the factory sending unit in the tank. Anyone have a recommendation? Just looking for a gauge compatible with the sender and float that's already in the gas tank for an early '70's car.


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Re: Fuel gauge that works with factory sender? [Re: GODSCOUNTRY340] #2651414
05/02/19 11:35 PM
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I dont have an ans but you might ohm the sender at empty/full to get some numbers to work with. I'm assuming useing an OE gauge ain't in the cards.


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Re: Fuel gauge that works with factory sender? [Re: GODSCOUNTRY340] #2651418
05/02/19 11:37 PM
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Speedhut gauges. Not cheap, and you may not be able to buy just a fuel gauge, but it gives you 5 options for sending unit ohm ranges. Google the address. Gene

Re: Fuel gauge that works with factory sender? [Re: RapidRobert] #2651419
05/02/19 11:38 PM
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I'm working on a '54 Dodge Power Wagon with 6 volt positive ground that I'm changing over to 12 volt negative ground so the original gauge is out. I've installed a '70's gas tank so need something that will work with it.

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Re: Fuel gauge that works with factory sender? [Re: GODSCOUNTRY340] #2651430
05/03/19 12:16 AM
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just thinking out loud,I'm assuming a voltage reducer 12 to 6 just for that gauge that would maintain an accurate needle sweep ain't possible.


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Re: Fuel gauge that works with factory sender? [Re: RapidRobert] #2651564
05/03/19 01:11 PM
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Thanks everyone. I found one that's compatible with Mopar & Ford senders, Equus gauge.

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Re: Fuel gauge that works with factory sender? [Re: GODSCOUNTRY340] #2651721
05/03/19 08:38 PM
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Speedhuts are actually completely adjustable, hit the button "Empty", hit the button "Full" and it's calibrated to your tank and your sender. That's about as accurate as you can get.

I do have all speedhuts in the 'Cuda.


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