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Old 04-15-2019, 06:35 AM
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I would like to install a permanent fuel pressure gauge on my. I've seen some installations, but don't know where to
get the fittings to do it safely. Does anybody have suggestions? Thanks
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First you don't want fuel to be able to enter cabin. Second because of high pressure you the minimum length of hose/tubing to transducer. Transducer should be supported so vibration won't cause leaks. Autometer should have a gauge that will work for you.
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I would like to install a permanent fuel pressure gauge on my. I've seen some installations, but don't know where to
get the fittings to do it safely. Does anybody have suggestions? Thanks
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Inside, or out on the rail?
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Inside, or out on the rail?
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Right on the rail
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I guess you could use the schrader tap, and I have seen people do that.. But are you sure you want to?

Man, if that gauge ever leaks..
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Its a VMS gauge. There is a hotrod that i see at several shows with a L98 in it and he has a gauge on it. He bought the car
with it several years ago and hasn't had a problem, but doesn't know where the fittings come from. I think its from an old
Accel kit they used to sell. Sure would like to locate on of those fittings.
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I once had a gauge mounted directly onto the Schrader valve. One day while on the dyno the operator pointed out that A/F readings would be off because my gauge was leaking into the view glass.
Never had a gauge mounted permanently since.
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Thought of doing one on my 89'.
Definitely looks cool but not worth the risk of it leaking.
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I think i'll pass on this installation. Thanks.

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