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Old 12-04-2008, 10:49 PM
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gauge is reading a notch lower than normal. is there a common cause or cure? changed the oil about 3k miles ago.
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Old 12-04-2008, 10:51 PM
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if its a stock gauge I wouldnt pay any attention to it, buy an aftermarket one
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Old 12-04-2008, 11:14 PM
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yeah shes the stock one, i was wondering that too since in my ranger a while back it would literally dance up and down all day. just wanna make sure nothin's wrong with her
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Old 12-04-2008, 11:19 PM
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Yea, the stock guage isnt the most reliable source. Hook up an aftermarket guage if you want to know for sure. As stated above.
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get a new one
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Old 12-04-2008, 11:26 PM
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know where to get a good one? preferences?
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im running an autometer mechanical.. works great Ive had it for years

btw is JBA not JBL
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