Rail Fuel Gauge?

[KBCobra95]

I'm going to install a rail mounted fuel pressure gauge on my car and need to know what all I need to get? Does Autometer make the 1 1/2 gauge and what kinda adapter do I need? Part numbers would be great! Thanks.

 

[CManT1914]

50resto used to sell one that came with everything to mount on the schrader valve at the end of the fuel rail for like $30. I'm sure they still do.

 

[VibrantRedGT]

With all the stuff you have into your car I would invest in a quality guage mounted inside the car. This way you keep an eye on it all the time.

 

[wicked95gt]

BBK makes one that takes the place of the schraider valve. Its nice, I have one installed in my car and I like it.

 

[Zero Signal]

But don't the mechanical gauges require that you run a small fuel line to the inside of the car or something? I was only wondering since I really want to pick up fuel guage for the interior. The electronic ones are like $200.

 

[KBCobra95]

I had a Ford Racing Mechanical Gauge to go in my car with isolator and crap. But I've heard too many people say that they don't hardly work. So I set those aside and bought me te dyno jet wide band commander. Now if I lose fuel pressure Ill know when I go lean. BTW anybody wanna buy a fuel pressure gauge and isolator?

 

[CManT1914]

But don't the mechanical gauges require that you run a small fuel line to the inside of the car or something? I was only wondering since I really want to pick up fuel guage for the interior. The electronic ones are like $200.

You gotta run an isolator or something outside of the car, then run wire to the gauge inside IIRC. It's been a while since I was looking at fuel pressure gauges, so I could be wrong. I just got one and mounted it on my cowl.

 

[R.J.]

wicked95gt: Do you know the part number of the BBK one?

 

[R.J.]

Never mind I got it: BBK-1617
I just ordered 5.0 Resto's becuase it is $20 cheaper and comes with a male to female adapter so the schraider does not have to be removed.

 

[KBCobra95]

Alright, I think I'm gonna need a 45 degree fitting to clear my KB. Where can I get one of these so I can angle the gauge away from the blower. Thanks!

 

[4Jenna]

Run a elec gauge so you can see it in the car..you need it in sight.

 

[KBCobra95]

Prefer the FP Gauge to be on the schrader. Thanks anways!

 

[4Jenna]

Hey your motor, ideally on a boosted car you wanna see your FP 24-7 for your motors safety..but I know the $$ rail mount is cheaper. Was just tryin to help.
Lets hope it doesnt cost you a motor

 

[KBCobra95]

I have a Wideband on the car. If I see the A/F going lean I will shut her down. Nobody on the 45 degree fitting?