12 volt wire for gauages

[BMC96]

First time post but been member for a few years now. Been reading the forums for some time to, but never have posted just read. Have learned alot on here and need a little help now.

Where is the best place to hook up the 12 volt wire so it is hot when the key comes on?

My truck is a 1999 4x4 Quad Cab auto. When I did my 1996 there was a place in the fuse box, but not on my 99. The gauages are autometer ultra lite.

Thanks Barry

 

[Joseph Donnelly]

There are a number of wires along the bottom of the steering column that you will see when you remove the knee bolster. I forget the color, but one of them should work. If someone has a 99 service manual, or you can go to the dealership--check the wiring diagrams and connector listings.



If i may indulge in a little poor quality humor, I see your spelling of gauges (or even gages) is unique. I have seen a lot of folks talk about goo-ajes (guages) but you really straddled that spelling fence with gauages.

 

[BMC96]

Thanks Joe, must have been first post jitters on the spelling. If anyone knows the right color of wire let me know. Want to finish it up tomorrow.

Thanks Barry

 

[BMC96]

TTT

 

[B9Mile]

On my 98. 5, its a Blue wire, #12 AWG size.

 

[RJOL]

Recommend you buy an inexpensive volt/ohm meter if your going to do wiring... You can pick one up for not much $ and it will probably save you more than once when installing gauges, or trouble shooting... Some common places for accessory keyed power are: spare fuse on inside fuse panel; cigarette lighter; ignition wiring on steering column, etc...

 

[BMC96]

Thanks for the help, got it installed and works great. Also hooked up the PE Comp today, but didn't hook up the pump wire. Going to wait till I get my fuel pressure gauge hooked up. The PE Comp really makes a difference. It wakes the truck up. Can't wait to get the dd2's installed this week.

Thanks and Happy New Year.