Minor electrical question about installing a gauge
#1
JK Enthusiast
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Minor electrical question about installing a gauge
Hey everyone. I am not the best at wiring and am looking to install a gauge for my oil pressure. It is a mechanical gauge with lighting. I have installed it on the left of the steering column just below the driver side door vent. I have the ground ran down to the stock ground near the door harness. My question is where should i get power for the light on the gauge. Is there an easy spot to tie into or can the wire be placed into one of the many connectors under the column. I am going to put an inline fuse for safety but really dont know where to get the power from. If anyone can give me some ideas I would appreciate it. Oh, I do want it to power off with the ignition if possible due to having doors off some, but if there is no other way then just tell me the easiest. Thanks
Joe
Joe
#2
JK Jedi Master
Here's a convenient way to power a gauge light that will be switched on and off with the ignition key:
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...d-Power-Source
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...d-Power-Source