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Title: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
Post by: MHarvey on November 10, 2018, 02:18:07 AM

How would I install a second oil pressure gauge...I believe just connecting a second gauge to the same sensor will provided a reduced reading...but where would I install the second sensor?

Title: Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
Post by: Rory428 on November 10, 2018, 02:26:23 AM

In the past, I have always just used a brass Tee fitting on the oil filter adapter, so I could retain my factory oil pressure gauge or idiot light, as well as an aftermarket mechanical gauge. Worked just fine.

Title: Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
Post by: MHarvey on November 10, 2018, 02:44:26 AM

thanks...simple and cheap

Title: Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
Post by: MHarvey on November 10, 2018, 11:49:34 PM

I did see a more cosmetic option..a sandwich adapter...but what one fits....most do not go back to 1969

Title: Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
Post by: gdaddy01 on November 12, 2018, 11:03:55 AM

be carefull with the brass Tee fitting, the cheap ones are cut to thin and will break off at the threads .

Title: Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
Post by: BattlestarGalactic on November 12, 2018, 12:31:58 PM

^^This.

I had one crack/break on the wagon many years ago.  I ran a low pressure switch to my fuel pump.  It cracked, leaked and I have to do surgery on it on a Sat at the track.  Never did reinstall that switch.

Title: Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
Post by: Diogenes on November 12, 2018, 02:52:37 PM

You should be able to find a steel tee to use, instead of brass. NAPA stores typically have a selection of steel fittings.