Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Lift Pump Coalition

[Jerky]

I really like the idea of all the posts by everybody about the fuel pressure gages etc. Is it possible to have several people post on here as the best way to go about gage installation and part numbers etc? I have a 2002 with about 6000 miles and so far so good. Looks like it is not if but when! Thanks - Dean

 

[Blue2002]

Hi Jerky,



This is Blue2002 is next door to you in Eagle. I am also looking at this option, but have not decided on whose gauges to run. Interested in knowing if you have narrowed down your gauge selection yet?



Blue2002

 

[Idaho CTD]

You can look at some options this weekend in Marsing. We are having a bomb party Sat. and Sun. If you go to the events forum and look up the Idaho Bomb Party you'll find directions.



Nathan

 

[PHX ATC]

I'd be interested in gauges (type, locations, install, etc) as well.



I've succumbed to the "I need fuel pressure gauges" feeling.

 

[Schmidt]

I have also been thinking about putting gauges in my truck.

I have done a little shopping, and the best deal that I have found on gauges is at www.sdpc2000.com for Autometer gauges.

I drag race and Autometer is the only gauge that I will use...

they also show fuel pressure gauges with an isolator, so there will be no fuel in the cab...

 

[FDNYMOPARGUY]

I too have a 2002 and am contemplating a FP guage. How is everyone with the 02 (no fitting on the fuel filter) hooking up the guage, to the shraeder valve on the VP44?

 

[Jerky]

Idaho CTD, Sorry I missed the event. Was out of town. Will there be another one in the future?



Blue2002, Haven't decieded yet on the brand of gauges. Kinda thinking of the dual pressure fuel gauge setup though.



Thanks guys for the reply's. - Dean

 

[CFAR]

Braided stainless from the bottom of the fuel filter to the lowest pod on the pillar.



relocated the schrader from the vp44 to the bottom of the fuel filter canister. Just traded the banjo for the schrader, then decored schrader.



Fuel in the cab? Its not explosive like gas, if you have a leak you'll smell and see it.

 

[rkressg]

Get an Isspro mechanical gauge. I have located it under my ash tray (I don't smoke). Get the banjo bolt that is on the side of the VP44 and put it on the bottom of the fuel filter housing. Electrical gauges are not accurate over the long run. It is well worth it. Accurate readings of FP will cost much less than a burned up Injector pump :-{}

 

[10-G]

Had to learn the hard way. My 02 HO is presently at the stealer. Its looking like lift pump/ injection pump combo. Thank goodness Im bone stock. 14 k miles

 

[CFAR]

http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=35448 EGT= $105. 95



48. 95http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=13411 0-35psi boost = $48. 95



http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=26451 0-60 psi boost = $46. 95



http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=3235 0-15 psi fuel = $36. 95



http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=4992 transmission temp 100-250* = $42. 95



Summit seems to be cheaper than anyone else, but I do like the way Geno's garage pillar fits, you can use it to replace old pillar with a little modification, they also have cheap transmission temp gauges and steering pod gauge mounts

geno's

http://216.167.41.9/CoastalData/showprod.cfm?&DID=30&CATID=1&ObjectGroup_ID=4

 

[rweis]

I use a needle valve on all pressure lines to moderate the pulsing if any and any leak would be less than a drip. Needle valve I got at a local plumbing supply @$3. 50, 1/8 npt both ends. I put the needle valve at the pressure source end, then line to where ever. Open the valve just a hair so that pressure registers on the gauge.



Just a thought



ATBGO (And The BeatGoesOn)



Bob Weis

 

[csutton7]

the best place to put your guages is where you like them--most I think have put them on the "A" pillar others on the dash and yet others have been creative--



as for guages many have used SPA--they're great, but not cheap--you can't beat their features



Autometer gets a lot of press here also--probably the most popular based on price--but they are good



ISSPRO and other's are the other's that get used



www.performancediesel.net can help you out... .



good luck..... chris

 

[tandemranch]

autometer gauge warning !!!!!

This is from the autometer site



http://www.autometer.com/hp/techtips/diesel_fuel_pressure/diesel_fuel_pressure.html

 

[jtisdale]

I have heard of this problem, too

Others have posted about the sending unit going bad on the electric units. And some have posted about the diaphram going bad in the isolator (on the mechanical ones). Of course, I found out about this after I installed my mechanical gauge. I havent have any trouble yet, (knock on wood) however it wont come as a shock when my gauge starts to leak fuel.

It must have something to do with the fuel eating the sender/isolator diaphram

 

[duaneparks]

FWIW, I picked up an Isspro mechanical fuel gauge from www.wildcatdiesel.com . Rod is a great guy to work with and made sure I had everything I needed to get the gauge hooked up.



There are other vendors out there as well, but I've had really good experiences with Wildcat. If it ain't right, he'll work with you to fix it.



HTH.



Not affiliated with anyone, just a happy customer.



Duane

 

[CFAR]

Due to compatability problems, we cannot advise the use of electric or isolated mechanical fuel pressure gauges with diesel engines.

You'll notice they only mention electric or isolated mechanical.

We suggest outside/engine bay mounted mechanical gauges only

They have to say this for liability reasons, as will I.

I suggest outside/engine bay mounted mechanical gauges only.

 

[Uncle Mike]

Autometer didn't specify which gauge(s) was/were not recomended for diesel fuel on the link you supplied. I looked on the installation instructions for the Autometer electric fuel pressure gauge (4361) that I installed. While it doesn't specifically say it is approved for diesel fuel, it does say it is not compatibile with Nitromethane, Methanol or 100% MTBE. I took this to mean it was approved for all other fuels. Anyway, the pressure sender is under the hood, not leaking!