Replaced 5V Regulator with RTE Solid State Limiter

[W4ATL]

My gauges would sometimes suddenly read high and then go back to normal so I spent the extra $$ for the RTE solid state limiter. It works like a champ but I did have some issues with the installation.

I tried to get at it from the back without removing the dash but I just couldn't reach it.  So I pulled the dash out far enough to reach the limiter. Then, when I was installing it the middle pin of the new regulator fell out!   The rivet holding it just did not hold enough.  So I go to get my rivet gun to fix it and the gun broke. Off I go to Home Depot for a new gun. I was finally able to rivet it back into place and then solder it into position.  Once I did all of that I put the new regulator in, put the dash back and all of the gauges, lights and switches still work. Whew!  I'm glad they all work because I would hate to take it apart again to fix something.

[quapman]

For that kind of $$ the thing should not be coming apart that easily. Good to hear yoy got it in.

[nascarxx29]

  Been there done that job in cramped corners .Glad you got it .Make sure the cluster is well grounded .I had a cluster that wouldnt ground well as the wrong screws used werent holding down cluster frame in center of holes. Just around outside edges and not providing a well grounding cluster and gauges were affected.Those black small head phillips screws are the ones to use  

[W4ATL]

For that kind of $$ the thing should not be coming apart that easily. Good to hear yoy got it in.

Boy you got that right!  I was one upset Charger guy when that pin fell right out.     All I could think about was all that money and time spent to take out the dash and now I don't have a good regulator.

[y3chargerrt]

Save your back next time and take the front seat out first!!

[1969chargerrtse]

How about a picture of the whole car?  I love the color and interior color.

[W4ATL]

How about a picture of the whole car?  I love the color and interior color.

[Martian R/T]

Save your back next time and take the front seat out first!!

Definitely remove the seat its alot easier, plus you don't have to worry about messing up the seat, especially with a light color interior.

[nh_mopar_fan]

Been there done that job in cramped corners .Glad you got it .Make sure the cluster is well grounded .I had a cluster that wouldnt ground well as the wrong screws used werent holding down cluster frame in center of holes. Just around outside edges and not providing a well grounding cluster and gauges were affected.Those black small head phillips screws are the ones to use  

I ran an extra ground wire off the back of the cluster. After 40 years, can't expect everything to sit as tight as it used to.

[Chatt69chgr]

Hey W4ATL-----what size wheel/backspacing are you running.  What size tires.  You car looks very good.  By the way, are you a HAM?  Just wondered with the handle.