Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Isspro EV Fuel Gauge..........how not to get diesel inside?

[FTwardoch]

Finally got my gauges (pyro, boost, fuel pressure) but before I tackle putting the FP gauge inside the cab, what is the preferred method of hooking it up so you don't have to run a stainless line into the cab? I've been told you can use the 'antifreeze' line (eliminating the diesel in the cab problem but I figure this is only marginally better) - isn't there a better way?



TIA... ... ... .....

 

[RDyson]

I used the isolator under the hood, attached to the lip on the firewall. Then ran the antifreeze filled tubing inside to the gauge. Works great. I wouldnt want to risk having a fuel leak inside the cab by running it direct. I know some have done that, but my gauge works great using an isolator.

 

[FTwardoch]

I used the isolator under the hood, attached to the lip on the firewall. Then ran the antifreeze filled tubing inside to the gauge. Works great. I wouldnt want to risk having a fuel leak inside the cab by running it direct. I know some have done that, but my gauge works great using an isolator.

Any other alternative? Where do you get this isolator?

 

[Mark Craig]

FTwardoch,



The isolator is the preffered method, the safety hazards are gone and the potential smell of diesel won't happen in your cab. We sell an isolator and hose kit that you can fill with antifreeze and water, did one this weekend ona race car, if you have someone that's diabetic borrow a syringe from them to fill the tube real fast and easy that way. On another note the gauge manufacturers will not warranty a gauge that has any type of fuel smell in it.



Call us if you have any questions etc.



Mark @ DPPI

 

[DLBurns]

get this type of isolator

https://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/showthread.php?t=130804

 

[RDyson]

I bought my gauge and isolator with the hose from Diesel Manor. Its the same one in the picture on the above post. The needle valve and fittings came from the hardware store.