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Fuel Pressure Gauge

Old Jul 17, 2012 | 12:26 PM
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I there a good DIY anywhere on how to run your fuel pressure gauge? Or can somebody tell me how. Thanks

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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 12:49 PM
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What gauge do you have?
 
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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 12:54 PM
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What gauge do you have?
Have not bought one yet, I am tomorrow evening from summit racing any suggestions. And a how to install it
 
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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 01:01 PM
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ISS Pro is top notch but autometer is good too. Get a 30psi gauge, make sure you get a snubber. They come with instructions- wiring varies by brand but it's pretty simple.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 01:32 PM
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Originally Posted by empty wallet
ISS Pro is top notch but autometer is good too. Get a 30psi gauge, make sure you get a snubber. They come with instructions- wiring varies by brand but it's pretty simple.
What's a "snubber"

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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 02:21 PM
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IMO the range is to high on that gauge, it won't give you the best accuracy like a 30psi gauge will. But it will work for sure.

TORK TEK 12MM BANJO BOLT PRESSURE GAUGE SNUBBER PN BBS010 - Tork Teknology
 
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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by H.R.D
IMO the range is to high on that gauge, it won't give you the best accuracy like a 30psi gauge will. But it will work for sure.

TORK TEK 12MM BANJO BOLT PRESSURE GAUGE SNUBBER PN BBS010 - Tork Teknology

So thats what that snubber will fix
 
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So thats what that snubber will fix
The snubber will fix the needle bouncing all around on the gauge itself. They are caused by violent pressure spikes which can destroy an analog gauge.
 

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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by H.R.D
The snubber will fix the needle bouncing all around on the gauge itself. They are caused by violent pressure spikes which can destroy an analog gauge.
Okay, I'm guessing summit will have a snubber? And also could I splice the fuel line going into the injection pump, get a T fitting and then screw the snubber on top of that?
 
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If you get the one I posted up earlier, the Tork one you will be set. But yes I am sure summit will have them. Yes you should be able to plumb it in using a T fitting, I don't have one I have digital gauges. The best place to put it is right at the inlet of the IP like the Torks one goes.
 
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