Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Fuel Pressure Gauge?

[Mopar Man1]

I know its not a good idea to put in a mechanical fuel pressure gauge. But I cant afford to spend the money for an electric one. So I was wonderin if the braided stainless steel lines would be safe enough to run into the cab for the gauge?

 

[SRadke]

Lots of guys have years on their gauges with no leaks. Take your chances. I chose mechanical over electric when I had the choice but I used an isolator.



-Scott

 

[RobertMiller1]

fire

Just so you know, the issue is if you are trapped in your truck and a fire occurs. and worst luck, the diesel was still running... . pumping fuel into the cab...



remote but possible.



and the more people who do it the less remote it becomes.



I wish we had a nice little cowl cover where we could mount it out on the hood right in front of the driver. That is where I would like mine.

 

[KLockliear]

Step up and buy an isolated mechanical gauge.

 

[elamb]

Originally posted by KLockliear

Step up and buy an isolated mechanical gauge.

Not trying to steal the thread but what is the difference between mechanical gauge and an isolated mechanical gauge.



Thanks

Eric

 

[jgillott]

Originally posted by elamb

Not trying to steal the thread but what is the difference between mechanical gauge and an isolated mechanical gauge.



Thanks

Eric

An isolated mechanical gauge uses an isolator to run antifreeze or another liquid into the gauge instead of fuel itself. So fuel flows to the isolator and then antifreeze flows to the gauge in the cab. I have one, and they work very well.



Justin

 

[DOUGMartin]

I also have an Isolater and it is working out very well i would go this way agen.

 

[Mopar Man1]

Thanks guys. I might give that isolator mechanical gauge a shot. Cant hurt anything. I would rather be safe than sorry.

 

[Honker]

I have mechanical gauges in my truck. I used the plastic tubing from oil line sending kits, it is about 1/8" outside diameter with compression fittings. I have these gauges installed about three and a half years with no problems. I do keep the plugs for the fuel

filter in my console in case of an emergency.

 

[AggieJustin]

Another idea is to put a needle valve shutoff at the point where you tap into the fuel system. Then if you ever develop a fuel leak, you can shut the valve till you can get the leak fixed. Also if you have any problems with pulsations in your gauge, you can close the valve slightly to dampen the pulses.



JM

 

[RobertMiller1]

pricing

unfortunately, by the time you buy the isolator kit, this gauge combinations is now price comparable to the electric gauge.

 

[SRadke]

Yes but the failure rate of the electric senders is alarming.



-Scott

 

[elamb]

Originally posted by jgillott

An isolated mechanical gauge uses an isolator to run antifreeze or another liquid into the gauge instead of fuel itself. So fuel flows to the isolator and then antifreeze flows to the gauge in the cab. I have one, and they work very well.



Justin

Thanks.

Eric