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01-03-2013, 09:52 PM | #1 |
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Oil pressure gauge for FS-DE
Hi guys,
I've just gone out and bought an oil pressure gauge. What is the best way to install the sender? I was thinking an oil filter sandwich plate, but I didn't know if it was easier to use a t piece where the stock oil pressure switch goes? Do I even need the stock switch? I don't need the warning light when I have a gauge! |
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01-03-2013, 09:57 PM | #2 |
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I would keep the stock switch also, if the gauge plays up then the light is the fail-safe, also not sure about this but the ECU may need the signal from the stock switch, others on here may know for sure.
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01-03-2013, 10:54 PM | #3 |
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The ECU does not use the signal, it goes straight to the dash.
I have an oil pressure gauge and have not installed a T piece yet and have had no issues whatsoever. Next time the car is on the hoist and I am doing an oil change I will re fit it with a T piece. |
01-03-2013, 11:04 PM | #4 |
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The T pieces that screw into the block tend to vibrate and crack.
Run a braided hose to the firewall and mount the senders there |
03-03-2013, 09:00 PM | #5 |
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This is what I am using.
Oil pressure and oil temp.
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03-03-2013, 10:10 PM | #7 |
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there is 1000s on ebay
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03-03-2013, 10:13 PM | #8 |
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What size do I need? I'm guessing M20x1.5?
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03-03-2013, 10:16 PM | #9 |
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http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_o...aptor&_sacat=0
But anything for a MX5 Civic Silvia Evo will fit. |
04-03-2013, 10:56 AM | #10 |
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Sandwich plate is on it's way, thanks guys!
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