72caddy 47 Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 Went to fire her up and everything was spinning but no spark. I have this happen before and a little twist behind the dash of the amp gauge did the trick. This time a ‘pop’ , a whiff of ozone, and the needle when hard left. Question is: Are these rebuildable? Seems like a sealed unit. Link to post Share on other sites
Minibago 46 Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 It sounds like you may have shorted the battery connection to ground via the dash if the fibre insulating washers have disintegrated. I would recommend disconnecting / isolating the battery to avoid a fire. The ammeter maybe repairable depending on the damaged done but these are often seen for sale on ebay or perhaps obtainable from a fellow enthusiast. (Maybe be considerably cheaper to replace rather than repair) I have spares here in Australia if you are unable to find one in your locale. Link to post Share on other sites
Minibago 46 Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 Here is a picture of an older type but the fibre insulating washers can be clearly seen. Link to post Share on other sites
72caddy 47 Posted March 27 Author Share Posted March 27 Thanks. It looks like one of my insulator had perished. I have procured another and will hopefully be on the road soon. Link to post Share on other sites
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