Hi folks. Read a little while back were someone installed a small fader to control the instrument lights. I'm looking , but can't find it. Any help would be appreciated.
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Dimmer or fader for instument panel
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Re: Dimmer or fader for instument panel
With membership I got a booklet called "Tech Tips". I believe it might be in there. I'm visiting family so can't go check till tomorrow or Monday. Good luck.leghorn1956 wrote:Hi folks. Read a little while back were someone installed a small fader to control the instrument lights. I'm looking , but can't find it. Any help would be appreciated.
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Re: Dimmer or fader for instument panel
Thanks. It is in the tech section. Dimmer switch of 50 ohms(potentiometer) was installed and worked for a couple of tries. Then a little smell and the switch was done. Am i getting the right one. Any help would be appreciated.. Jean-pierre
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Re: Dimmer or fader for instument panel
Pierre, I have not read the article but , I would suggest a ( wirewound ) type ; of unit, of proper rating. Keep in mind the dimmer you want the lamps, the more that pot has to give off heat. Try looking in McMaster-Carr or MSC
, or Newark electronics catalog . If I remember there is only two lamps, may not be more than an amp of current . If I find my tech-tips booklet this weekend I will see what other have done. Gene K.
, or Newark electronics catalog . If I remember there is only two lamps, may not be more than an amp of current . If I find my tech-tips booklet this weekend I will see what other have done. Gene K.
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Re: Dimmer or fader for instument panel
Picked up a wire wound dimer for 3 times the price of the cheap one and voila all is good. A much sturdier piece with a higher rating ; i was told.
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