Re: Aftermarket Voltmeter Connect

[Colin Gebhart <colin@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi jwgeorge,

I guess we are talking about a Scout?

Friday, July 25, 2003, 12:51:28 AM, you wrote:

j> Does the charging system run through the stock voltmeter or does it
j> just monitor the volts?

The charging system runs through the stock ammeter out of necessity.

j> If the charging system does go through the voltmeter, can that be
j> bypassed so I can connect the aftermarket voltmeter to only monitor
j> the system?

Yes, it is highly suggested to bypass the ammeter if you change to a
voltmeter. When you are bypassing it, bypass it all the way outside
the bulkhead connector in the engine compartment. Then you can run a
heavy duty wire into the truck to feed it power.  That can solve a lot
of potential gremlins, low voltage problems and fire hazards.

Later,
Colin                            
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