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Old Jul 10, 2003 | 05:24 PM
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tail light problems!

Help! I just installed NOS tail light assemblies on my 1970 f100, and i believe the problem is the ground. Normally the ground would run through the side marker lamps(it's a flareside) but the side marker lamps are gone. Where should I run the ground from? Also-I'm getting about a half volt going to the tail lights-is that adequate? If anyone can help, I would really appreciate it-i'm beginning to lose it! Thanks!
 
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Old Jul 10, 2003 | 07:20 PM
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tail light problems!

You can attach the ground wire to just about any metal piece. Just clean up a spot, drill a small hole for a self tapping metal screw, then screw the ground lug down and that should do it.
.5 volt is a little low should be very close to 12 volts.
 
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