2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Gauge install gone terribly wrong

[Kissfan113]

Updated: Gauge install

I finally got my gauges today, during the install, i managed to overtighten the compression fitting on the hose going to the schrader valve and broke the fitting, then decided i could still wire the gauges up so the lights work, (Isspro gauges) I wired everything up, it should work, but no light to be found, I am not sure what is goin on there, gotta get some stuff sorted out i guess, any help is greatly appreciated,

 

[Mundgyver]

Do you have a factory manual for your truck That is the best source of information for what you need. I wired my gages right to the master light reostat. With a meter you can find the wire you need to tap into on the switch.

 

[Kissfan113]

okk, got the lights figured out, the posi tap i used to tap the wire hadn't penetrated the wire insulation. I fixed that and the lights work flawlessly. Now only have to hook up the sending units for the pyro and the boost gauge. Got the fuel pressure hooked up already, used a piece of hydraulic hose from napa, rated for a lot higher than the one i had (500 psi vs. 5000 psi :--) ) if i bust that i have a serious problem. Fuel pressure is 15 at idle and the lowest i have been able to get it under WOT is 8. Hopefully the rest is not too hard to hook up

Kevin

 

[Kissfan113]

evrything is hooked up and working. the data for now is as follows. boost +-10psi normal driving 20psi WOT, EGT 600 - 900 normal driving 1100 - 1200 WOT, fuel pressure 14. 5 - 15 at idle, 12 - 13 normal driving, 7 - 9 WOT

I love the gauges they are awesome, now the BOMBing can fully begin.