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  1. 02-02-2012, 11:37 AM #1
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    Default Warning Light/ Getting Forgetful


    New to me boat has a toggle switch to power Fuel guage, Volt meter and Tach in dash. Keep forgeting to turn it off and have run down cranking battery a couple of times. Went to radio Shack and found 12V sealed led lamp and installed between tach and speedo, wired to toggle to be on with switch in on position. Now maybe even a Geezer can remember to turn off switchName: phone pictures 038.jpg Views: 221 Size: 31.3 KB
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  2. 02-02-2012, 11:39 AM #2
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    That's a good idea.
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    My master power switch light hasn't worked since I bought the boat. This is a great idea instead of fiddling with the OEM parts. Thanks!
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    I went with a stereo rather than a light, but I reckon either will work.
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    that'll work! I know I would have left mine on a time or two if it wasn't for the lighted switch.
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    My lighted switch is out also.....good idea
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dutch552 View Post
    My master power switch light hasn't worked since I bought the boat. This is a great idea instead of fiddling with the OEM parts. Thanks!
    Dutch, the light I bought is about the size of a dime. Completely sealed and come 2 to a pack for less than 3 bucks. They come with little spade connector pins but I just soldered on two wires then crimped on 2 small ring eyes to make my connection.
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    I like this idea, now how do you wire it in to the system ? I am not the greatest at electrical feats
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    Great idea Cray!
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    Larry....wire the light into the negative side of the switch.....that way when the switch is off the light is off.........take a meter and with the switch off read which wire is hot....then cut your other wire and place you light inline.
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