I have a GMC nos dash cluster (.6 miles) that I am putting in my 40 chev pickup. I converted the truck to 12V, put the reducers for 6V on the heater/defroster and gas gauge. Does the temp gauge work on 12v or does it require 6V? The gauge has two terminals, one for power and the other goes to a 12v sensor in the block (261 motor) to regulate the ground voltage. right now I have it connected to 12v but I get very little readings on the gauge. Next: The heat riser on my exhaust leaks,bad. I am considering to remove the heat riser all together as this truck is going to California and should not need the heat riser in the warmer climate. Any thoughts? Thanks, Harold Pickett