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| For those who do not have a meter - all cheap meters are, well, CHEAP in every way - But most of them do function, and for light duty usage, they function well enough to be worth the cost, which normally is between $10 & $20. If you're a professional or intend to do alot of meter work, invest in a quality brand (which will be more expensive - $50-$150+). Don't expect the cheap units to take alot of abuse and don't expect them to work perfectly (anything cheap and mechanical will fail eventually) or last long enough to pass on to your children. | For those who do not have a meter - all cheap meters are, well, CHEAP in every way - But most of them do function, and for light duty usage, they function well enough to be worth the cost, which normally is between $10 & $20. If you're a professional or intend to do alot of meter work, invest in a quality brand (which will be more expensive - $50-$150+). Don't expect the cheap units to take alot of abuse and don't expect them to work perfectly (anything cheap and mechanical will fail eventually) or last long enough to pass on to your children. | ||
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| I've included a picture of a cheap meter here to give you an idea of what's available (at this time) and Amazon always has a huge list of these from which to choose (Shown is product no. B005EK3NRS from Amazon.com - 7.90 w/Free Shipping). This unit comes with a rubberized cover that helps to minimize bumps and fall damage - but remember, cheap is cheap, so be careful not to drop it. And at these low prices, quality control is at a minimum (if at all) so you may get a dud and have to return it for a replacement - it happens... | I've included a picture of a cheap meter here to give you an idea of what's available (at this time) and Amazon always has a huge list of these from which to choose (Shown is product no. B005EK3NRS from Amazon.com - 7.90 w/Free Shipping). This unit comes with a rubberized cover that helps to minimize bumps and fall damage - but remember, cheap is cheap, so be careful not to drop it. And at these low prices, quality control is at a minimum (if at all) so you may get a dud and have to return it for a replacement - it happens... | ||
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| - | http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=753160\\ | + | https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-electrical/sportster-motorcycle-electrical-and-ignition/92077-how-to-use-a-multimeter-to-diagnose-electrical-problems?t=753160\\ |
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| The adjustable tester takes the place of the spark plug. The spark gap can be set by the position of the thumbscrew contact. By enlarging the gap, the power being utilized to create the spark can be gauged. | The adjustable tester takes the place of the spark plug. The spark gap can be set by the position of the thumbscrew contact. By enlarging the gap, the power being utilized to create the spark can be gauged. | ||
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