Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Fuel Pressure Gauge install question

[rcaldwel]

I am putting in a Westech Fuel Pressure gauge and want to mount the sender unit on the fender. I have gotten the appropriate fiitings for my truck (98. 5 ISB) with the 1/8" NPT to Barb etc. My question is this. DO YOU HAVE TO USE ANY TYPE OF SEALER ON THESE THREADS AND/OR TEFLON TAPE ETC.



I want to do it right so this is the best place to get the right advice before I mess things up.



thanks,



Bob Caldwell

 

[Steve Campbell]

Permatex or Anti-sieze are recommended with diesel

Teflon gets "eaten up" after a while when exposed to diesel. I had to redoo a number of fuel fittings in my day before I discovered what was going on.

 

[JTruelove]

Was curious how the fuel gauge is working? Looking at installing one on my CTD. Where did you buy it?

 

[Tcolesanti]

You can buy thread sealant at any auto parts store, cheap insurance. I would'nt use teflon tape with the diesel fuel as Steve Campbell said.

 

[Thomas]

Permatex or Anti-sieze are recommended with diesel...

Specifically, Permatex #2.