GAUGE FUEL LEVEL 6 VOLTS DODGE
WOA8184
Fuel Gauge 6V
For instrument panel
Reproduction of the 6-volt fuel gauge as used in WWII Dodge WC-series vehicles. This round-cased gauge indicates fuel level via a mechanical resistance meter working in conjunction with the tank sender. Essential component for proper instrument panel operation.
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Voltage 6 volt |
Type Fuel gauge |
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Design Round housing |
Grounding Positive earth |
Features
- 6-volt system
- Round housing with mounting bracket
- Resistance measurement via tank sender
- Suitable for military instrument panel
- Reproduction of original design
★ Reproduction fuel gauge to WWII specifications. Fits the standard military instrument panel with round gauges. Requires correct calibration with the fuel tank sender for accurate indication.
Application
Developed for Dodge WC-series vehicles with 6-volt electrical system. The T-215 series (1941-1942) introduced the military dashboard with round gauges, replacing the earlier civilian dashboard with square gauges. Applicable to both open cab and closed cab variants with military instrument panel.
Installation notes
The gauge operates via resistance measurement between tank sender and chassis earth. Requires good earthing of the gauge housing to the dashboard for correct operation. The tank sender must be calibrated to match this gauge's resistance values (typically 0-30 ohm range). Always test on the workbench with a variable resistor before installation.
Compatibility
Only suitable for 6-volt positive earth systems. Does NOT work with 12-volt conversions without voltage regulator. The gauge must be combined with a matching tank sender — random combinations of gauge and sender often lead to incorrect readings. Note: early WC models (T-207, T-211) had civilian square gauges, not round military gauges.
Historical context
The Dodge WC-series formed the backbone of American light trucks in WWII. From the T-215 series in 1941-1942, Dodge introduced the military dashboard with five round instruments, replacing the civilian design with square gauges from earlier series.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
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📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)
