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Old Mar 12, 2004 | 08:51 AM
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What would make my fuel pressure gauge on the fuel rail to jump around? Would a vacuum leak do that?
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Old Mar 12, 2004 | 09:07 AM
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What would make my fuel pressure gauge on the fuel rail to jump around? Would a vacuum leak do that?
I had a restriction at the base of my fuel pressure regulator that caused my gauge to do the exact same thing. Could be something is clogged up in your fuel system.
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It's moving almost in time with engine rotation. The only thing I can think of is that I have the front two brake lines disconnected. Would that create a lack of vacuum. If that is it, then you call can call me a dumbazz :bb
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Default Re: Fuel pressure gauge jumpy - cause? (jerkyboy)

Would that create a lack of vacuum. If that is it, then you call can call me a dumbazz :bb
No, vacuum is applied to the brake booster, not the brake master cylinder, or hydraulics section.

Could be a bad fuel pump pulse damper, fuel pressure regulator, or maybe even a fuel pump on its way out.

Get a Helm Inc. factory service manual. Best money you'll ever spend on your Vette. :yesnod:

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