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Title: 1953 12 volt dashboard gauges
Post by: PGCOLE on August 22, 2021, 05:46:03 PM
Hello,
I recently converted my 1951 Cadillac Series 62 to a 12 volt system.
Could anyone tell me if i could use 1953 dashboard gauges (fuel, temp oil) in my 51 Cadillac?
Would the 53 gauges fit the 1951 dashboard configuration?
If yes, where could I find the 53 replacements?

Thanks,
Title: Re: 1953 12 volt dashboard gauges
Post by: Poncholover on August 22, 2021, 06:44:25 PM
Ford used 6V gauges into the '70s. Just use one on their OEM resistor thingies.
Title: Re: 1953 12 volt dashboard gauges
Post by: PGCOLE on August 23, 2021, 08:51:22 PM
I did use reducers (resistors) and they worked for a while.
I read online the brand I used allegedly fails....seems that way.
Title: Re: 1953 12 volt dashboard gauges
Post by: The Tassie Devil(le) on August 23, 2021, 09:02:43 PM
I was talking to a friend yesterday, and he had the same problem.   The first resistor lasted 2 weeks, the next one a couple of days, and the third one, no problems.

Bruce. >:D