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kidrobot
03-27-2008, 01:37 PM
My Volt Meter Gauge Light Just Went Out....does Anyone Know What Kind Of Light Bulb It Is And Where Can I Get One From???
RF Overlord
03-27-2008, 02:44 PM
The OEM number is 161, although a 194 will work just as well...both are available at any auto parts store.

Speaking of gauges, did you know the oil pressure gauge is a fake?
Blk Mamba
03-27-2008, 03:09 PM
The OEM number is 161, although a 194 will work just as well...both are available at any auto parts store.

Speaking of gauges, did you know the oil pressure gauge is a fake?


What you talkin about Willis?
RF Overlord
03-27-2008, 03:14 PM
The OEM oil pressure gauge is a fake. It's a glorified idiot light that doesn't actually indicate pressure at all. Haven't you noticed that it always reads the same pressure no matter how hot or cold the motor is or how fast you're going?
Blk Mamba
03-27-2008, 04:20 PM
What do they call it in the sales broacher? False advertising? I want what was offered.
RF Overlord
03-27-2008, 05:50 PM
The sales brochure just says it has gauges...

AutoMeter kit #4327...about $60 from Dennis, Wes, or Lidio...includes both a new gauge unit and a new sender (yes, both have to be replaced) and matches the OEM gauge almost exactly.
SID210SA
03-28-2008, 05:58 AM
The bulb is easy to replace....the only trouble you may have is getting the guage pod out...then its cake from there.
fastblackmerc
03-28-2008, 06:16 AM
My Volt Meter Gauge Light Just Went Out....does Anyone Know What Kind Of Light Bulb It Is And Where Can I Get One From???

How About Checking The Owners Manual?
red
03-29-2008, 02:37 PM
The OEM number is 161, although a 194 will work just as well...both are available at any auto parts store.
There are several T3.25 wedge bulbs that will fit. However, a Sylvania 194 (3.78W) is higher wattage bulb and will run hotter and have less life than the 161 (2.66W).
03Farmmarauder
03-29-2008, 09:09 PM
The plastic cover around the light to holds heat and kills the bulbs.
RF Overlord
03-30-2008, 06:23 AM
How About Checking The Owners Manual?The gauge pod bulbs aren't listed in the owner's manual.


a Sylvania 194 (3.78W) is higher wattage bulb and will run hotter and have less life than the 161 (2.66W).You are correct. The only reason I mentioned the 194 is that it is a common, readily-available, inexpensive alternative. The 161s are generally not carried in your local FLAPS or the chains, are more money, and usually have to be purchased as a box of 10.