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miatanewb 02-19-2007 04:20 PM

Fuel Pressure Gauges?
 
Hi,

I was wondering if all pressure gauges were the same? For example, I have this generic gauge here:

http://members.shaw.ca/harvwong/IMG_0796.JPG that originally was used to test water pressure. Its a mechanical gauge that goes from 0-160PSI and looks to have a 1/4" NPT threaded end for various fittings. Can I use this as a fuel pressure gauge?

Thanks for your help.

magnamx-5 02-19-2007 04:25 PM

yep shoulld work just fine.

Braineack 02-19-2007 04:44 PM

it'll work. the cheapest $7 pressure gauge will work. I wouldn't leave it as a permanent solution, but for tuning purposes it will get the job done.

Arkmage 02-19-2007 07:08 PM

yeah... don't mount it for permanent use. if it was designed for water the gasoline will likely destroy the seals in it fairly quickly and result in a high pressure fuel leak. engine bay fires suck shit.

miatanewb 02-19-2007 07:13 PM

Ah, thanks for your advice everyone!

magnamx-5 02-19-2007 07:43 PM

i got mine rated for hydraulic seems to be holding up ok.


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