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Old 09-07-2007, 02:24 AM
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Im installing my turbo right now. Is the best thing to use the sending unit? and is there any other places i can tap into. I have an 00'
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tee off oil sender line.
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just do as the dancing jesus here says...and then thank him later
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Don't forget, the oil sender port in the clock is 1/8 BSP not NPT.
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Don't forget, the oil sender port in the clock is 1/8 BSP not NPT.
Yup. Common mistake. 1/8" NPT and 1/8" BSP are close enough that they'll kinda fit, sort of, at least enough to make you think they're gonna stay mated. If they don't strip. http://www.pegasusautoracing.com/pro...s.asp?RecID=56
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Man BSP adapters are soooooo expensive. Kills me.
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