Gauge installation

[Jetpilot]

Just got VDO Pyrometer and Boost gauges for my 2001. 5... . Now I need any help/pointers that you all can share. I do know I will be mounting the pyro pre-turbo, should I remove the turbo so that I can get all the shavings out (or will a magnet do the jog)? If I do remove the turbo will I need a new gasket where it bolts to the exhaust manifold? Also where is the best spot to drill for the sensor?

As for the boost gauge it looks like I can use the boost preesure port for this install. Will I need any special fittings for this? Also which power source for the backlighting on the gauges works best? I do want the ability to dim the lights. If any of you have any pictures they would be very much appreciated...

Thanks for your input,

Doug S.

 

[Neal Cassady]

Jetpilot,

The pre/post turbo install location borders on a religous issue. Search the forums and make a decision.

You will need a way to get from 3/4" NPT female to 1/8" NPT female to install your boost line if you are going to use the MAP sensor location. I found a 3/4" to 1/8" brass bushing at a local supply house. Some guys use 2 bushings and step it down.

Here is a good link for install instructions.
- http://www.tstproducts.com/gauge_install.html

Good Luck,
Dave D

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2001. 5 QC, LB, 4x4, Auto, 3. 54, Everything but Leather, Bright Silver Metallic, ARE K Series, Diprocal EGT, Boost and Autometer transmission Temp(sensor in the line) in an Autometer Dash Pod, ,Westin CPS Platinum Step Bars - Black on Stainless

 

[BLACKRAM]

If you drill with the engine idleing, the shavings will stay out of the hole.

BTW, what do you fly?

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1999 2500 4x4, auto, 3. 54 LS, HD241, Quad cab SLT, Blk Sport Pkg, 16x8 Eagles, 285 Bridgestone AT, Amsoil, 80/100w lights, Valentine One, DTT TC/vb, DD2's, DD TTPM, Isspro gauges.
1992 SC400
1978 Mooney 201 IFR

 

[Diesel Junkie]

Ijust installed mine the other day. What I did was loosen the turbo bolts and put a piece of cardboard between the manifold and turbo. When I was done I cranked the engine over a couple of times to blow the shavings out before I tightened the turbo back up.
The boost will go where the plug is behind the fuel filter and before the map sensor.

Hope this helped, Scott

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'01 3500 qc 5sp, 4x4 white w/ green graphics dark tint, flaps,K&N 0880 and pre filter,auto meter ultra lite boost & egt in 3 guage pillar, tonneau,painless, Uniden Grant LT w/3' glass K-40,aux. back up lights,
'91 Regal 260 at Dale Hollow

 

[Jetpilot]

2000ney,

I currently am flying an Airbus (A320) for Northwest airlines.

 

[Bigsaint]

Jetpilot, just sent you an e-mail. Should help.

Scott W.

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[John]

Check your email Jetpilot. #ad

 

[Cooker]

Does the trick of drilling with the engine running really work? That would sure make me feel better about not taking the turbo off.

The cardboard idea is a good one too, it sure beats removing the turbo all togehter.

I have yet to install my gauges also, they've been on the bench for a while now. If you guys could email me the tips also I would appreciate it.

 

[Royal]

Jetpilot #ad
o it right,remove the turbo. Would you want NordWurst wrenchies to run drill shavings thru your A320 turbines?You need a new turbo mt. gasket and oil drain gasket.
keep em flying. .