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MG Midget and Sprite Technical - Dash light rheostat questions

I'm installing new aftermarket gauges including a voltmeter and oil pressure gauge and also installing switches that are self illuminated. Will the rheostat:
1. Work at all with this arrangement?
2. If so will it handle additional load of 4-5 more lights?
3. Should I rewire completely and change to a heavy duty 12V dimmer?

As part of this work I plan to change to a mini 12 circuit fuse panel so additional circuit(s) if needed are available.

Any suggestions are appreciated.

Thanks,
Bud
Bud K

Bud, I think you'll be fine with the original dimmer. The lights aren't that bright to begin with.
Clive Reddin

Question -- do you ever dim the lights?? I never did -- Why not do away wit hit leaving a hole for an extra switch for maybe spotlights??
Mick - The engine is in!

Dim the lights! They are so dim already that it's hard to tell if they are on until it gets really dark. :-)
Clive Reddin

This thread was discussed between 27/11/2008 and 29/11/2008

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