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Old Mar 20, 2020 | 11:07 PM
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Had to remove the instrument clusters and the small gauge console to replace some of the dash bulbs on my 69 big block. Want to make sure they are all working before I go through the trouble of re installing them. I can’t seem to get the dash lights to come on. All of the sockets have power, the clock terminal has power, and the brake warning and door ajar warnings have power.
The door courtesy lights are also working. Seems like I have a ground problem but I believe I have all the grounds connected. I would greatly appreciate any suggestions anyone has. Thanks.
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Old Mar 20, 2020 | 11:32 PM
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You can use a long piece of wire with alligator clips on each end to make a temporary ground. Find a piece of bare metal under the dash or at the console.
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Old Mar 22, 2020 | 07:57 PM
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Which sockets have power? If the dash light sockets have power, you should check the voltage. If it's too low, the lights won't come on. Any time I've had a problem with dash lights that included all the bulbs, it's been a grounding problem. Corrosion builds up on the ground terminal. Good luck.

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Old Mar 24, 2020 | 02:52 PM
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Why do folks have such a hard time of understanding that EVERY electrical components needs POWER and GROUND for it to function???
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Old Mar 24, 2020 | 03:30 PM
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Have you checked the dimmer on the headlight switch?
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