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Aftermarket fuel gauge

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Project71-5, Apr 24, 2006.

  1. Apr 24, 2006
    Project71-5

    Project71-5 BACON

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    Is there any fuel gauge available that will work with the stock sending unit? I'm pretty sure that my stock fuel gauge bit the dust so I would like to upgrade if possible.
     
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    Steamer

    Steamer Thick and gritty!

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    My 70 has an aftermarket hooter. Works, too! I'll go see what it is. Wait here.
     
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    Steamer

    Steamer Thick and gritty!

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    Ah! It seems to be the well known "fuel" brand. Want a pic?
     
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  4. Apr 24, 2006
    chevyjeep

    chevyjeep Member

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    Yes there are, you have to match your sending unit resistance to the gage.
     
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  5. Apr 25, 2006
    lynn

    lynn Time machine / Early CJ5 HR Rep Staff Member

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    I have an Autometer, cost about $40. They have a variety to select from... IIRC you want one to match the stock CJ sending unit, 73 ohms at E, 10 ohms at F... don't trust my memory though... :shock:

    EDIT: From Monsterslayer:
    73 ohms Empty
    * 23 ohms at 1/2 tank
    * 10 ohms Full

    http://www.monsterslayer.com/jeep/Gauges.htm

    This is for the mid '70/up rear tank set up. Get an Autometer unit that matches these ohms.
     
    lynn, Apr 25, 2006
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  6. Apr 25, 2006
    Mudweiserjeep

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    :iagree: Thats what I am using.
     
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    timgr

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    If you look at Summit Racing, and search for "fuel level gauges", then select "analog gauges" and the "products" tab, you'll find a list of "Sender Ohm Range". Match the ohms range of your stock sender with one of these, then go to the manufacturer's gauges to find a matching gauge.
     
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    jd7

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    me too
     
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    AKCJ

    AKCJ Active Member

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    I couldn't figure out the stock stuff so I got a new sending unit and a new gauge at NAPA. Not much $ and works good.
     
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  10. Apr 25, 2006
    Gixx

    Gixx Member

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    I added a fuel sender and gauge (NAPA) for $20. I was able to replace the original sender with the "universal" one without too much trouble -
     
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