Thinking about trying it, but wondered if anyone else has, and the problems they had.

Thanks,

Mike

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Interesting idea. There are a good range of colors available now (red, green, orange, yellow, blue, white; and violet ones released recently).
The only problems I can think of would be: 1) finding ones that are bright enough to use - I've seen some listed at 30,000 mCd; and 2) how much of an effect the 'dimmer' control will have on them. Depending on the resistance range of the dimmer control (in conjunction to using a 1k ohm resistor to drop the current down to a 'safe' level), they may be an on-off type deal, or it could have little effect on the brightness.
A possible solution for #1 would be to aim them directly at the gauge face.
Might be something to try on a rainy day....

Pete

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I like the idea. I'll take a loot at it but I think it might be a little $$ for a rainy day unless you have a good source for LEDs.
As for the dimmer working...I just replaced my dimmer switch and the darn thing is still an on/off dimmer. If I'm lucky I get an imbetween. Oh well, the LEDs brightness could be controlled with a nice potentimeter if you go all out on this project.

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