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there has to be an easier way to check fuel pressure?

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Old May 4, 2003 | 10:23 AM
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there has to be an easier way to check fuel pressure?

i am about to install a holley afpr. i checked the stock fuel pressure so that i would know where to start. there has to be an easier way to get the guage on there. i had to remove some bracket that was bolted to the plenum, to be able to get the the nipple. this is a pita!!! am i going to havee to do this everytime i check the fuel pressure?
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Old May 4, 2003 | 10:25 AM
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Install a gage for checking fuel pressure. Located under STB on passenger side fender.

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Old May 4, 2003 | 10:33 AM
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You think that YOU have it rough? What about the TBI guys that have to disconnect the fuel line and install an in-line gauge? Talk about a PITA!

But seriously, it's relatively inexpensive to install a permanent remotely mounted gauge. That's my plan when I get the TPI in the car! If you wanted to get really trick with it, you could get a pressure transducer and an electronic gauge and be able to read it from in the car!
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Old May 4, 2003 | 12:09 PM
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how would i go about mounting one for good? i just bought hypertech guage and i think that they say it isnt designed for permanant mounting.
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Old May 4, 2003 | 01:43 PM
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Your gage is only for test use. What you need is a Autometer FPG
& SS Braided line (36") with the correct AN fittings to connect the gage to the schrader valve. Check Summit for info.
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