Lee_EP82 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Ok going to be fitting an oil pressure gauge. So whats the best to use?Sandwich plate or T-piece from the original oil pressure sender.Also where do i find these? That will fit with minimal modifications to say the power steering brackets.ThanksLee Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Johnboy GT Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Ok going to be fitting an oil pressure gauge. So whats the best to use?Sandwich plate or T-piece from the original oil pressure sender.Also where do i find these? That will fit with minimal modifications to say the power steering brackets.ThanksLeeIm having this same dilema! From what ive found a part needs buffed either from the sandwich plate or the power steering ( cant remember) but yet when ive looked i havent been able to find a decent mechanical pressure gauge setup. My car currently has a mechanical oil pressure setup but ive changed the pipe to a hose ( just trying to make sure that the hose is suitable and not too large in comparison to the pipe)I think that mechanical pressure gauge setup will always give a true reading, but people also say that electrical is alot better and easy to setup? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
glanza97 Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 I have a swoosh sandwhich plate, with a prosport premium warning gauge + sender, you will have to grind away at your powersteering pump to fit the sandwhich plate.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nazzurro19 Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 or you could buy one of these but for a starletOil Temp / Pressure Sensor Sender Gauge Remote Adaptorand then run it from where the standard oil warning light feed is , only downside to using this instead of a sandwhich plate is u can only use 1 gauge with it or use 2 gauges but lose ya oil warning light on ya dash Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Johnboy GT Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 or you could buy one of these but for a starletOil Temp / Pressure Sensor Sender Gauge Remote Adaptorand then run it from where the standard oil warning light feed is , only downside to using this instead of a sandwhich plate is u can only use 1 gauge with it or use 2 gauges but lose ya oil warning light on ya dashThe mechanical gauge setup runs off of the same port on the block, the adaptor fits on to there aswell! Like you said you lose the oil warning indicator on your dash Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TBDevelopments Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 if you've lost the aircon you could do what i've done. which is to tap the top of the turbo oil feed banjo bolt with the sensor thread.does 2 things, one gives overall oil pressure but also assures me the turbo is getting a good supply. plenty of room to mount it there with the aircon removed.TimTB Developments Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lee_EP82 Posted May 31, 2011 Author Share Posted May 31, 2011 Would this way be more accurate? As my turbo is hanging out the grill anyway lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rorenapier Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Remote-Oil-Pressure-...=item53e51dbecfOreder one of these, and run your aftermarket oil pressure gauge and your standard one.And yes the standard one still works Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Johnboy GT Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Remote-Oil-Pressure-...=item53e51dbecfOreder one of these, and run your aftermarket oil pressure gauge and your standard one.And yes the standard one still works Nice one Rory, dont suppose you have a thread with this fitted? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lee_EP82 Posted May 31, 2011 Author Share Posted May 31, 2011 Sweet cheers Rory always helpful Do you run an oil temp gauge or not? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rorenapier Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 John, its self explanitory really?! It really is easy. I can see if i can get a clear pic if you want?Lee, Yeah i run a oil temp gauge aswell, i run it from an adapter in my oil cooler line, at the thermo plate. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Johnboy GT Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 John, its self explanitory really?! It really is easy. I can see if i can get a clear pic if you want?Lee, Yeah i run a oil temp gauge aswell, i run it from an adapter in my oil cooler line, at the thermo plate.Sorry, i didnt actually read what the picture notations were either! I didnt even read the description.. Apologies! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rorenapier Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 Thats cool manny. If you need a hand gives a shout on here or over on TGTT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Johnboy GT Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 Thats cool manny. If you need a hand gives a shout on here or over on TGTTStressfull day, got HND project due in the next week . Should really read things before jumping in!Cheers bud i will do! Appreciate it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TBDevelopments Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 Would this way be more accurate? As my turbo is hanging out the grill anyway loldoesn't really make a difference where it is aslong as its in full line pressure. the turbo feed is to tapping a 1/8th" npt into the top of the banjo bolt was a 2 minute job and didn't cost anything so it went thereOil temperature i like to fit these into the sump to give an overal temperature reading. i just drop the sump and weld fittings into them, then repowdercoat when i've done customer cars in the pastTimTB Developments Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MARK@CMBAUTOS Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Remote-Oil-Pressure-...=item53e51dbecfOreder one of these, and run your aftermarket oil pressure gauge and your standard one.And yes the standard one still works ;)ull have to earth this to get the std oil light to work i had to do it to mine but its as easy as welding a bracket to the t piece and bolting it to your gearbox Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rorenapier Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 Really? Mine works fine? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Johnboy GT Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 Really? Mine works fine?I dont suppose one of you lads would be kind enough to share a photo of what the oil pressure switch looks like, as my engine has an adaptor for a mechanical gauge in its place.. i think?... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lee_EP82 Posted June 1, 2011 Author Share Posted June 1, 2011 http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/Performance/..._Piece/812/1935This 1 is ok isn't it? As i cant use paypal on ebay but i can pay by card on demon tweeks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Johnboy GT Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/Performance/..._Piece/812/1935This 1 is ok isn't it? As i cant use paypal on ebay but i can pay by card on demon tweeks.Identical mate, just need to choose the correct thread sizes and hose length. Plus she's cheaper, good spy!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rorenapier Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 Thread size is 1/8 BSPT Throw a pic up John of what you have . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MARK@CMBAUTOS Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 Really? Mine works fine?what holds your adaptor up ? are your's not fitted to your oil cooler and relocation ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Johnboy GT Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 Thread size is 1/8 BSPT Throw a pic up John of what you have .I'll have to wait till i get my engine back Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WallaceGlanza Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 I've just got an adaptor without the hose but that's for an electrical sensor, tidier than having another hose. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rorenapier Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 Sits on top of the box under the intercooler pipe work.Nah isnt on my cooler, my temp gauge is what holds your adaptor up ? are your's not fitted to your oil cooler and relocation ?@ David, i would have done the same, but space constrictions meant i run a line to mine. Makes it alot easier to get to also. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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