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where to install a boost gauge?

Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:15 pm
by nibbsy
I new to this whole turbo diesel game, i have recently bought a GQ wagon with the TD42 and safari turbo kit. i was thinking of putting a boost gauge on it for curiosity sakes really, and i was wondering where to "tap" the gauge off.
there is the outlet on the intake manifold for the boost compensator on the fuel pump and im assuming that if i changed it to a "T" piece it would be a fine spot to get the feed for the gauge. here is a pic:
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That spot should be all good shouldnt it.
thanks.
nibbsy

Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:40 pm
by GUEEY
I have a 4.2 Turbo GU.
And that were i "T" mine into.
Some may say its not the right place, but it worked fine for me and didnt upset the tuning of the fuel delivery!

Grant.

Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 4:02 pm
by Hoonz
yep that will work fine there

obviously the closer to the intake the better

Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 8:42 pm
by Tomo_89
what about the waste gate hose?

Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 9:02 pm
by nibbsy
that is a possibility, but the manifold is easier and more accesible. I am lazy you know ;)
will look into it i guess, thanks for the replies
just a quick question too, should i use sealing tape on the connection into the manifold such as gas thread tape?
cheers
nibbsy

Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2008 6:19 pm
by stool
Yes