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where do i hook up a manual oil pressure gauge to

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Old 10-24-2001, 07:32 PM
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Engine: 350 TPI
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where do i hook up a manual oil pressure gauge to

I have an auto meter manual gauge and need to have it hooked up temporialy to see where the pressure is at onmy new crate motor. i dont trust the factory one.
Old 10-24-2001, 07:47 PM
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There is a 1/8" NPT port on the rear ledge of the case, near the distributor. That connects directly to the oil galleries.

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Old 10-24-2001, 07:50 PM
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so i can just take the plug out and install the pressure fitting
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Correct. For a temporary connection, a little PTFE tape will work fine, but if it were a permanent installation, some pipe sealant would be best.

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