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MHarvey

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2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
« 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?

Rory428

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Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
« Reply #1 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.
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Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
« Reply #2 on: November 10, 2018, 02:44:26 AM »
thanks...simple and cheap

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Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
« Reply #3 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

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Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
« Reply #4 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 .

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Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
« Reply #5 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.
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Re: 2d Elect Oil Pressure guage
« Reply #6 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.
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