oil pressure gauge
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oil pressure gauge
time to flame the noob
1994 MX-3 Base model 1.6L
how do i install an oil pressure gauge????
1994 MX-3 Base model 1.6L
how do i install an oil pressure gauge????
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Re: oil pressure gauge
did your gauge come with directions?
What type of gauge/sending unit?
Did you try to search?
What type of gauge/sending unit?
Did you try to search?
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havent purchased a gauge yet, yes i searched. i honestly dont even know where to start.
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Re: oil pressure gauge
when you decide on the gauge there should be instructions. I believe there is some info on this in the worklogs. I know Mike installed one, but not sure if there is a write up on it in his WL. Do you need one? Or are you just looking to add an extra gauge?
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looking to add an extra gauge and also just making sure my oil pump is working at 100%
Re: oil pressure gauge
The oil gauge should come with a new electronic pressure sender that you will have to put where the old one was. Its on the back side of the block, close to the firewall.
I got a glowshift oil pressure gauge, the new sender had the same threads so I didnt have to re-tap the hole either. (this is on my bp)
I got a glowshift oil pressure gauge, the new sender had the same threads so I didnt have to re-tap the hole either. (this is on my bp)
Took the bp+t out of the mx and swapped it into a 95 escort wagon.
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thank you. i was wondering where the sending unit was on the block.pox wrote:The oil gauge should come with a new electronic pressure sender that you will have to put where the old one was. Its on the back side of the block, close to the firewall.
I got a glowshift oil pressure gauge, the new sender had the same threads so I didnt have to re-tap the hole either. (this is on my bp)
any recommendations on gauges? not looking to spend a whole lot but still looking for decent quality..
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Re: oil pressure gauge
I've yet to hear of a failing oe oil issue. you might be spending $ that you don't need to. But don't let me hold you back. Just don't rush it, get a pod and keep it clean looking. Don't forget to make a worklog.
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well i wanted to put one in either way.
believe me, it'll be clean. im just not sure where i want it yet.
and a work log will get started.
believe me, it'll be clean. im just not sure where i want it yet.
and a work log will get started.
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Re: oil pressure gauge
sounds good. IIRC Mike went with an autometer, and it came with the correct fittings for our cars. Search around and find something you like. There are many companies that offer a good product. Just keep in mind the pod size vs the gauge size.
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does anyone happen to know the size for the fitting?
Re: oil pressure gauge
IIRC its 1/8" bspt
(british standard pipe thread)
(british standard pipe thread)
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Re: oil pressure gauge
nm
1994 MX-3 RS
Worklog: viewtopic.php?f=46&t=62251
B6 goodies for sale:
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=66333
2nd BP engine: http://www.clubprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=46695
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any websites anyone would recommend going to to look for gauges?
Re: oil pressure gauge
Jegs has autometer stuff
http://www.jegs.com/i/Auto+Meter/105/4327/10002/-1
you need electrical, not mechanical
http://www.jegs.com/i/Auto+Meter/105/4327/10002/-1
you need electrical, not mechanical
1994 MX-3 RS
Worklog: viewtopic.php?f=46&t=62251
B6 goodies for sale:
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=66333
2nd BP engine: http://www.clubprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=46695