Gauge installation

[Rico]

Hi all. Getting ready to install pyro/boost gauge in my truck. Is there a way to tie the aftermarket gauges to the dash gauges in order to use the dimmer? Thanks!

 

[Patrick Feeley]

Many folks just use a "fuse tap" on underdash fuse #10 and use that wire for the extra gauge lighting. Cheers!

 

[m j]

is that fuse after the dimmer?

 

[Bugman]

Yes it is just be sure to get onto the load side of the fuse so that the circuit will be fused. Or put a inline fuse to the lights.

 

[Rico]

I'm sorry but what do you mean load side of the fuse?

 

[bhudson]

The load side is the hot side

 

[Rico]

Ok. The constant hot

 

[Rico]

Thanks to all!

 

[bhudson]

Yep that's it

 

[Bugman]

The load side is the side that goes to the dash lights. The hot side would be the side that is always has 12 volts on.

 

[gnxtc2]

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[Rico]

Im installing a pyro/boost gauge from autometer. The boost gauge only comes with a ground and 12volt connection. So im going to connect to the "factory illumination circuit" for power and dimming?

 

[Patrick Feeley]

The boost gauge should be purely mechanical (no power required to operate it). The 12V connection should only be for the lighting. Cheers!