SENDER FUEL LEVEL TANK DODGE
Fuel Level Sender Tank
Variable resistance 0-130 Ohm
Fuel level sender for mounting in the fuel tank. Works as a variable resistance that converts the float position into an electrical signal for the fuel gauge on the dashboard. Essential component for correct functioning of the 6V fuel indication system.
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Application Fuel tank |
Voltage 6 Volt |
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Type Variable resistance |
Function Fuel level measurement |
Features
- Variable resistance for fuel level measurement
- Suitable for 6V electrical system
- Mounting in fuel tank via float mechanism
- Works with original 6V fuel gauge
- Correct chassis earthing required for proper operation
★ Replacement fuel level sender for military vehicles from the WW2 period. Ensures accurate display of fuel level on the dashboard.
Installation notes
The sender works as a variable resistance between the fuel gauge and earth. Correct earthing of both the sender and the fuel gauge is essential — without proper earth, the system gives incorrect readings (always full or always empty). When using rubber tank mounting: install an additional earth wire from the sender body to the chassis frame.
Compatibility
The resistance value of the sender must match the fuel gauge. Original WW2 Dodge systems typically used 130 Ohm (empty) to 0 Ohm (full). Do not mix with senders or gauges from other manufacturers without checking resistance values — this leads to incorrect readings.
Historical context
During WW2, military vehicles used simple but reliable fuel level indication via float-activated variable resistances. The 6V system often required a voltage-reducing resistance between the circuit breaker and the gauge to ensure stable measurements.
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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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This part fits:
| Model | Years |
|---|---|
| Dodge | |
| Dodge WC52 weapons carrier (winch) | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC53 carryall | 1942, 1943, 1944 |
| Dodge WC54 ambulance | 1942, 1943, 1944 |
| Dodge WC55 gun motor carriage | 1942, 1943 |
| Dodge WC56 command car | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC57 command car (winch) | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC58 radio command car | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC63 6x6 (winch) | 1943, 1944, 1945 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)
