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FE Power Forums => Non-FE Discussion Forum => Topic started by: fairlaniac on March 14, 2023, 05:57:22 AM
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On the market today, which 2-1/16 diameter oil gauges have a copper tubing line? Most seen to have a nylon line. Seems they rarely mention the tubing material on Jegs and Summit.
thanks,
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I bought a separate copper oil line kit for my Autometer Comp II oil pressure gauge from Summit. The gauge itself come with the nylon line, as most of them do. I just did a quick search at Summit and only found 1 brand available for the copper line kit. It was an “Equus” Mechanical Oil Pressure Line Kit part# E9901 for $14.99. It also contains necessary fittings. My copper line kit was the Autometer brand but the Equus brand looks identical.
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I bought a separate copper oil line kit for my Autometer Comp II oil pressure gauge from Summit. The gauge itself come with the nylon line, as most of them do. I just did a quick search at Summit and only found 1 brand available for the copper line kit. It was an “Equus” Mechanical Oil Pressure Line Kit part# E9901 for $14.99. It also contains necessary fittings. My copper line kit was the Autometer brand but the Equus brand looks identical.
Perfect, thank you!
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For oil pressure line, I got part number 5723K601 from McMaster Carr. It's oil resistance hose wrapped in a stainless steel braid and rubber anti-abrasion outer layer in pretty blue color. Got it with 1/8 NPT ends. Also got an oil gauge from McMaster Carr at the same time. The hose is rated for -65F to 275F and plenty of pressure.
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I've run the nylon tube in my pickup for decades. The wagon has a copper tube version.
TJ, I like that hose you found. I deal with MM on a regular basis for work. I think I may order a couple of those lines to replace both vehicles. Ive been thinking about it, but you made it easy with a part mumber! Thanks.
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I run 1/4" copper. Using the 1/8" copper line the gauge does not react quick enough for my liking.