Fuel gauge

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biggill
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Post Thu Sep 04, 2014 8:18 am

Hello

My brass screw at the back of the fuel gauge has snapped off, my question is do I need to replace the fuel gauge, the whole cluster or I can leave it as is, I still have the nut.

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Post Fri Sep 05, 2014 9:23 am

WillNZ wrote:It grounds via the nut so will not work properly without it. You could try to make an internal ground connection but is probably easier to replace it. However, you need to make sure you get the correct gauge as there are a few options available. The wrong gauge will result in inaccurate readings.
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Is it fairly easy to replace the fuel gauge on its own or should i just get a new cluster?
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Post Fri Sep 05, 2014 9:03 pm

WillNZ wrote:It is a simple job to change just the gauge. This way you keep the correct mileage.

The brass nut secures the gauge in place, once removed, the gauge pulls free of the cluster. You just have to split the housing by removing all the screws holding it together.
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