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Old Aug 18, 2007 | 11:28 PM
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Replace the amp meter??

Has any one removed the amp meter and replaced it with a volt meter? If so what did you use and does it look "right"? I would love to have one that actually shows if you are charging your battery or not. I have never thought that the amp meter was one of Fords better ideas.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2007 | 12:38 AM
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Just leave the ammeter hooked up and install the voltmeter underdash,

Screwing around with the ammeter circuitry could cause a fire.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2007 | 10:13 AM
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I agree with Mil1ion but with alittle creativity it is very much possible, all you have to do is cut and clear all old connections and run straight line ones but since you dont need alot of amps you can eather run straight to the battery or off the wiring going to your lighter.
 

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Old Aug 19, 2007 | 11:00 AM
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Why not just fix the ammeter? It tells you a lot more than a voltmeter anyway. Clean and tighten the mounting studs and it should work like new.
 
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