Guage (Gage) install help needed...again...

[mconstable]

Hello all... I've had my gauges for about 6 months now, and due to one thing or another, haven't been able to get them installed.

I would like to tackle it myself (I think) but need serious guidance.

I am mechanically able, but ignorant with the process, so if anyone has way too much free time... could you give me detailed instructions using layman's terms?

I will have a buddy helping me who is an electrician, since wiring is beyond my scope.

Thanks in advance... Michael

 

[SRadke]

There is a link to some pretty good instructions on this page. If you have more specific questions just post 'em.



-Scott

 

[red-rider]

Heres another link that helped me with my install



http://i.b5z.net/i/u/265866/i/2003_Dodge_Gauge.pdf



This one is by TDR member Dieselminded



http://www.dieselminded.otisnet.net/

 

[JCleary]

I just installed mine yesterday. I was pretty nervous about the pyro. I installed it right by the third port from the front. I want to save the spot just above the turbo for the soon-to-be-mine TST PMCR.



I have a 1/8 probe, and I used a Makita angle drill with a Q drill bit. I had a magnet sitting next to the bit, and I cleaned it once it would load up with shavings. I then used a magnet to find any shavings that dropped into the manifold.



I then greased the tap, and proceeded slowly, cleaning and re-greasing often. After the tapping was completed, I searched again with the magnet to make sure the shavings were gone.



I then installed the pyro with some never-seize.



Do this, and you should have zero problems.

 

[TDovi]

I have passed this tip on to several people. When drilling the exhaust manifold, tape the exhaust outlet almost closed. Leave a small hole for the exhaust gas to exit but enough restriction to create back pressure. Drill and tap the hole with the engine running. Have everything ready, it only take a couple of minutes. The back pressure will blow the chips and shavings out. Be careful of your eyes. The chips exit with a vengance. I picked this up from the Internet. Use at your own risk. It worked great for me. No problems at all and I am absolutely sure all material was blown out and none entered the manifold or turbo. Good luck with your installation.

 

[BHanks]

Just install mine last week and would not have even tried to install them if I hadn't read all the infomation that this site puts out. All the contributors here gave me the confidence to tackle the job. TDR is the best $35 I have ever spent. Everthing worked out just fine and they look and work great. . and you get the satisfaction of knowing that you did it yourself. . Good Luck. .

 

[WRStrong]

Michael,



I am in pretty much the same boat with my new Isspro gauges. I can handle the wiring, and sensor installs. I already drilled my new ATS exhaust manifold. It is not installed yet so drilling and tapping was easy. I will install the manifold when I get a few hours free.



What worries me is how to route all the wiring and tubing up to the dash-top pod that I will be using. I don't want to do a hack job and run tacky looking wiring on a truck that is still new to me. Has anyone installed Isspros in a 3rd gen on the dash top? Any guidance is much appreciated.



Thanks



Warren

 

[mconstable]

Thanks so much everyone... will try to tackle it next week!!