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86 chevy pickup dash lights Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Automotive Wiring and Electrical ryoushi Novice Aug 7, 2007, 10:25 PM Post #1 of 4 (3796 views) 86 chevy pickup dash lights Sign In My dash lights are very dim, my headlights vary in brightness depending on the amount of gas being fed, both front parking lights are off and the bulbs are fine. I have been told this could be a ground issue. Can anyone tell me where I start? Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Aug 9, 2007, 4:55 AM Post #2 of 4 (3791 views) Re: 86 chevy pickup dash lights Sign In Check for ground between engine block and body. If needed you can test that with jumper cables. There should be a ground strap that may need cleaning up or is broken. You can buy just a ground strap which is exposed braided cable with eyelets at each end and add one out of the way, T ryoushi Novice Aug 12, 2007, 8:49 PM Post #3 of 4 (3786 views) Re: 86 chevy pickup dash lights Sign In Tom, there is a ground strap from the frame to the back of the block. It is covered with oil from a leaky rear main. However, when I check the block there is solid ground everywhere already. There is a wire that runs from my headlights to the marker lights and when I check those wires for power they barely light up my tester. It seems there is a power issue rather than a ground issue? Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Aug 13, 2007, 5:16 AM Post #4 of 4 (3784 views) Re: 86 chevy pickup dash lights Sign In If you mean the frame as the chassis that is good but it still can be weak from frame to body. Frame is on rubber mounts all over the place and doesn't always ground well. After that you need to chase down the power side to see what common place can cause the trouble, T   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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