2-1/16 A/W Fuel Level Gauge - Ford

The AutoMeter 2-1/16" Arctic White Fuel Level Gauge (Model 1316) is an electric analog fuel gauge designed for Ford vehicles from 1973 onward. This short-sweep gauge features a white face with Arctic White bezel styling, offering straightforward fuel tank monitoring through a 73–10 ohm input range. As a direct-fit replacement or upgrade gauge, it delivers reliable fuel level readings without complex digital interfaces, making it an ideal choice for restoration projects, vintage Ford trucks, and classic car owners seeking OEM-style instrumentation with modern reliability.

The 2-1/16-inch diameter design allows seamless integration into standard dashboard openings and instrument clusters. AutoMeter's short-sweep needle arc means the gauge responds across its full range (empty to full) within a compact visual movement, reducing parallax error and improving readability at a glance. The 73–10 ohm electrical specification matches Ford fuel sender units common to that era, ensuring accurate tank-level correspondence without aftermarket sender modifications. The analog needle movement is smooth and responsive, providing immediate visual feedback as fuel level changes during operation.

This gauge suits Ford enthusiasts, restoration builders, and classic truck owners who prefer traditional analog gauges over modern digital readouts. It is particularly valuable for vehicles where original gauge clusters have failed or where matching the original aesthetic is a priority. The Arctic White dial face and bezel complement white-face gauge clusters or vintage-themed instrument panels, making it as much a styling choice as a functional necessity. Installation requires only basic electrical connection to the fuel tank sender and instrument cluster power supply—a straightforward swap for most DIY restorers.

AutoMeter gauges are recognized within the automotive restoration and hot rod communities for consistent needle response and legible dial design. The 2-1/16-inch standard size is compatible with most classic Ford dash panels and aftermarket gauge pods, offering flexibility in installation approach. Whether restoring a 1973 F-100 or upgrading an aging fuel gauge in a daily-driver classic Ford, this model delivers the proven performance and appearance expected from a dedicated fuel-level instrument.