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Technical => Engine Tech => Topic started by: Bob on July 31, 2010, 11:20:57 AM

Title: Looking to run the stock oil pressure gauge and an aftermarket gauge
Post by: Bob on July 31, 2010, 11:20:57 AM
Has anyone setup two oil pressure gauges.  I'm looking to add a real oil pressure gauge and keep the stock one.  I imagine I need some sort of T setup on the log. 

I was going to add the oil pressure gauge and a real temp gauge above the radio where the stock EQ would go.
Title: Looking to run the stock oil pressure gauge and an aftermarket gauge
Post by: hypostang on July 31, 2010, 12:32:06 PM
I used a "T"fitting  in my mark VII , most any parts store , or even Home Depot/ Lowes should have what you need

 technically it was a "Y"  one male two felmale
Title: Looking to run the stock oil pressure gauge and an aftermarket gauge
Post by: Kitz Kat on July 31, 2010, 12:37:31 PM
I'm doing the same. I t'd it. I have three 1.5" gauges in that hole.
Title: Looking to run the stock oil pressure gauge and an aftermarket gauge
Post by: 86T-bird on July 31, 2010, 12:37:56 PM
Bob,

It's pretty simple.  Just add a 'T' prior to the stock sender and run the tube to the new guage.  'T's are typically available at a full service hardware store.

If you have full accessories, the toughest part is getting to the port in the block to add the 'T'.  A 45 degree elbow may be needed for the stock sender to clear a P/S pump.

Mark
Title: Looking to run the stock oil pressure gauge and an aftermarket gauge
Post by: Bob on July 31, 2010, 02:13:21 PM
Cool sounds good,  if anyone has the time snap a couple pics for me of your setups,  I'm very visual when it comes to this stuff... LOL

Whats a good solution to add another temp gauge in addition to the stock temp gauge?
Title: Looking to run the stock oil pressure gauge and an aftermarket gauge
Post by: Kitz Kat on July 31, 2010, 02:56:57 PM
It's an old pic but it does show 2 of 3 gauges. It's been redone since but I don't have pics. I need to do that soon.
I had to edit , shiznit I got 3 pedals now,and not a new cup holder.
Title: Looking to run the stock oil pressure gauge and an aftermarket gauge
Post by: Bob on July 31, 2010, 10:17:17 PM
I like the interior color ;)

I meant a pic of the y setup at the block if you get a chance
Title: Looking to run the stock oil pressure gauge and an aftermarket gauge
Post by: hypostang on July 31, 2010, 10:39:27 PM
Quote from: Kitz Kat;330092
It's an old pic but it does show 2 of 3 gauges. It's been redone since but I don't have pics. I need to do that soon.
I had to edit , shiznit I got 3 pedals now,and not a new cup holder.



I love red interiors, I noticed something interesting,key in the ignition , beer on the console ...That's a DUI here in TN :evilgrin:
Title: Looking to run the stock oil pressure gauge and an aftermarket gauge
Post by: daminc on July 31, 2010, 10:42:56 PM
I put a T in mine years ago
(http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/ee79/daminc/cougar%20before/IMG_2834.jpg)
Title: Looking to run the stock oil pressure gauge and an aftermarket gauge
Post by: daminc on July 31, 2010, 10:45:02 PM
I actually used a pipe and a t. on mine. I'll try to find a pic if I have one