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Old Feb 16, 2014 | 07:14 PM
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Since having my classic turbo the boost gauge never seemed to light up. Its working fine etc and the oil gauge next to it works fine and lights up. Question i have is will it be a blown bulb if so can they be replaced or a entire new gauge.

If i do end up buying a new gauge can i use the existing wiring and vacuum pipe. Not very techincally mind, so any help would be appreciated

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Old Feb 16, 2014 | 07:51 PM
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Would help if you gave folk a clue to what make of gauges you have.
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Old Feb 16, 2014 | 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by mickywrx
Would help if you gave folk a clue to what make of gauges you have.
Sorry just had a look and its made by Auto gauge
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Old Feb 18, 2014 | 06:53 PM
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Could be as simple as a poor wiring connection. Do you have a wiring tester or multimeter?
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Old Feb 19, 2014 | 06:52 PM
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Originally Posted by alcazar
Could be as simple as a poor wiring connection. Do you have a wiring tester or multimeter?
unfortunately i dont have one. behind the gauge i can see 2 black wires and also a clear pipe, would one of the black cables be the lighting
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Old Feb 19, 2014 | 07:55 PM
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Probably both...lighting and return.

Can you see where they run to? Do you know anyone with a multimeter?

Or buy one of these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CAR-CIRCUI...item5d414c412e to check if one is live.
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Old Feb 19, 2014 | 07:59 PM
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the gauge is in the centre comparture of the dash, where they ment to be a lid for storage above the vents. Is there a way to remove the compartment?
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