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Old Aug 19, 2013 | 09:26 PM
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Default Normal Voltmeter Readings on 97 FHLT

With radio on, and passing lights on, what should I expect my volt meter to show?
 
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Old Aug 19, 2013 | 09:37 PM
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Hi Bill, on your evo you may see a reading of 10.5 or so.

the in dash meter is not accurate and subject to voltage drop in the wiring.

accurate readings are best taken at the battery.

if you have a tender type pigtail on your battery, you can meter there and get an accurate read.

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Old Aug 19, 2013 | 09:44 PM
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Originally Posted by udnudn
Mike, not sure I follow you.........
from the 10 ga lead to the relays, then to each of the light circuits? You still end up tying in to the stock wiring for the ign and switches right? and that wire would be the most limiting element in the circuit. Just curious.[/IMG]
just saw this post, so a response, fueled by coffee.

the 10 ga wiring and relays carry the power to each of the lights from the battery.

the stock wiring is only used to trigger the relays- so the stock wiring rather than being loaded with a 4 amp current draw for a light bulb, may only be loaded with a 1/10th on an amp to close the relay contact...with then passes power thru the big wires to the lights

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