installing a boost gauge

[Barry's Ram]

Were is there a vaccum port to hook the boost gauge on a 2001 truck.

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2500 2001 loaded except leather all stock 354rear end 4x2

 

[TKilgore]

I just put one on my 2001 3500. On the block just behind the fuel filter there is a 3/4" plug (smaller of the two), unswrew it and get an adaptor to the your fittings into and your done.
Tom

 

[EMDDIESEL]

If you use that port behind the fuel filter, you may (and usually do) get gauge fluctuations and "buzzing" due to the fact that port is right next to a cylinder. The best way to plumb your boost gauge is to remove the square intake "pipe" that is bolted to the intake manifold (4 bolts)and drill and tap the center of it facing the firewall. Its simple to do, just get a replacement gasket from Mopar (about 3 bucks). You will have rock solid boost readings. If you are uncertain of where i am talking about, let me know and i will email you a pic.

 

[dresslered]

I tapped the intake horn as well. It is very convenient to run the tubing up the oil dipstick housing.

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David Dressler
2001 Driftwood 3500 Quad Cab 4x4, 155 inch WB, HO Cummins ETH/DEE, SLT+, 3. 54 LSD, Camper Special, Trailer Tow, Heated Leather, Sliding Window, Jacob's E-Brake, Rhino Liner, VDO Vision (pyro, boost, engine + diff. temp. ), Autometer Ultra-Lite (electric fuel pressure, vacuum), Weather Guard Diamond Plate Saddle Box, Tork Lift camper tie-downs, Mag-Hytec, Mopar Tow Hooks, SmittyBilt Outland Sport Bumper Gaurd, 2-LO kit, AND functional Halo light!
Bigfoot 3000 10. 11 Slide-in Camper. "Do it in a Dually"

 

[TKilgore]

EMD, I don't get any fluctuations or noise. Is the location your talking about any more accurate? If so, I may move mine. Tom

 

[Michael Hughes]

I have a Westach Boost/EGT gauge, I don't see any fluctuations or hear any buzzing.

Barry, what type of guage do you have?

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1999 2500 ST LB 4X4 Metallic Red, 5-speed, 3. 54 gears, LSD, camper and tow package
Westach Boost/EGT (pre and post turbo) mounted on A pillar.

 

[Barry's Ram]

Hi michael i have autometer gauges the plug i took out behind the fuel filter had coolant in it did i take out the wrong plug,i must have right. Thanks for the info let it flo.

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2500 2001 loaded except leather all stock 354rear end 4x2

 

[TKilgore]

Yup, it's the one in front of the wet one. I believe it in front of the sensor thats inbetween the two.

 

[Barry's Ram]

Thanks tvkilgore i will try that one next.

 

[Fireman Dave]

Tom,

I've heard about that buzz thing before, but I just installed mine in the 3/4" port and no problems so far. I have Isspro gauges, btw.

Dave

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2001 2500; SLT; 4x4; QC; LWB; Auto; 3. 54 LS; 265s; Camper; Tow; Sliding Rear Window; Travel Convenience Group; Cab Clearance Lamps; BedRug; Forest Green; Isspro Pyro, Boost, and Trans Temp Gauges; 27' TT

 

[EMDDIESEL]

You wont always have the fluctuations and/or buzzing. It depends really on the brand of gauge. The more sensitive the gauge, the more likley it is to happen. I have seen it happen on Autometers and VDO's. It is however more accurate to use the intake pipe since you are not losing boost to the gauge from the rear cylinder. But, what little is lost, is probably cloe to unnoticeable.

 

[mongoose]

EMDDIESEL, can you send me a pic of where you are talking about? thanks

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Daniel McKeehan

1999 2500 QC/Short Bed/4X4 5 speed. Camper Package and of course a Cummins

[This message has been edited by mongoose (edited 05-16-2001). ]

 

[TKilgore]

EMDDIESEL
I would like to see your installation. Can you post a picture? If not, please e-mail
Tom