You can use a voltage reducer, but you don't need one, Darren. Your fuel gauge cares more about amperage than voltage. However, my work has shown if you use the gauge at 12 v it will not register properly at 6v again. The permanent magnet inside the gauge is magnetized more strongly and that alters it forever. If you want an adjustable voltage reducer, just contact me. Same size as the Runtz adapter but much more flexible...allows you to adjust your fuel gauge to show full with a full tank accurately.