1 voltage gauge Mon Mar 12, 2012 5:12 pm
jonnyqq
Silver member
I decided to replace the malfunctioning fuel gauge on Mr K (1987 LT) with a voltage gauge ; who needs a fuel gauge when not only is there a red then yellow warning fuel light but also option of 0000 the trip when you fill up.
I spent a considerable length of time on-line sourcing a reasonably priced product. I got this one... it fits perfectly.
http://rspec.co.uk/performance-gauges/black-face-waterproof-series/52mm-clear-black-voltage-gauge
I used thicker wiring than the usual minute original BMW wiring and did not add a light to the gauge as I dont ride at night much. I wired it directly to the battery so it is always showing the voltage output, which I hope will not run down the battery unless not used for ages and ages.
It works fine . Good tidings to know alternator is working well (just over 13.5v) and battery is ready ( just over 12.5v ) for starting.
John QT
I spent a considerable length of time on-line sourcing a reasonably priced product. I got this one... it fits perfectly.
http://rspec.co.uk/performance-gauges/black-face-waterproof-series/52mm-clear-black-voltage-gauge
I used thicker wiring than the usual minute original BMW wiring and did not add a light to the gauge as I dont ride at night much. I wired it directly to the battery so it is always showing the voltage output, which I hope will not run down the battery unless not used for ages and ages.
It works fine . Good tidings to know alternator is working well (just over 13.5v) and battery is ready ( just over 12.5v ) for starting.
John QT