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Posted by White02GT (Member # 611) on :
 
I need to pick out gauges for my boost and fuel pressure, and I know I will be a getting auto-meter gauges, I just need to pick out which ones. There are two choices of electric or mechanical gauges, and I'm not sure what the difference is, and which one would be better.

Also, I would like them to keep a similar look to my stock gauges, so green/red if possible. What would you guys reccomend?
 
Posted by ONELOWSPLITBUMPR (Member # 2067) on :
 
mechanical for the boost, and electric for the fuel pressure
 
Posted by the50ho (Member # 73) on :
 
exactly....an electric fuel guage is a must...
 
Posted by White02GT (Member # 611) on :
 
What exactly is the difference between mechanical and electric that make one better for a particular application?
 
Posted by SlowAss01 (Member # 1848) on :
 
I'm not 100% sure, but I think mechanical guages run some sort of line to the source, like if it was an oil pressure guage, a tube to the oil source and oil would run through the line to the guage. And I think electrical guages use an electrical sensor instead of running the actual product to the guage. I could be wrong though. The autometer sport comps will match ur stock guages the closest and if u really want u can put green bulbs in them like the stockers. Another thing that would look clean is the Lunar guages and indiglo white face guages.
 
Posted by 5.0Brian (Member # 262) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SlowAss01:
I'm not 100% sure, but I think mechanical guages run some sort of line to the source, like if it was an oil pressure guage, a tube to the oil source and oil would run through the line to the guage. And I think electrical guages use an electrical sensor instead of running the actual product to the guage. I could be wrong though. The autometer sport comps will match ur stock guages the closest and if u really want u can put green bulbs in them like the stockers. Another thing that would look clean is the Lunar guages and indiglo white face guages.
Yeah, that's right. With mechanical guages, you also have to buy the isolator for use with fuel, etc. (approx $100) so that's something else to think about. Definitely go with the electric though.
 
Posted by darien87 (Member # 2022) on :
 
Electrical gauges are easier to install, but more expensive. Plus, if you're going to run a mechanical gauge to the dash, be VERY sure about your seals. You definitely don't want hot oil or coolant in your cockpit.

By the way, my autometer gauges came with a red and a green sleeve that you can place over the bulb in the gauge to change it's color. So you should be ok with whatever color you want.
 
Posted by White02GT (Member # 611) on :
 
I'm going to need a boost gauge and fuel pressure, so which gauges would you guys reccomend?
 
Posted by White02GT (Member # 611) on :
 
TTT
 
Posted by LAST302 (Member # 808) on :
 
I would not listen to some of these replys although you may not listen to mine. Go mechanical. With a mechanical gauge you are pumping oil staight to the gauge(for oil pressure but be sure to get the copper line and dont use the plastic) with boost I believe there is no option, its just air. As far as fuel pressure, I run mechanical with an isolator. Much, much, much more accurate! All mechanical gauges are going to be more accurate and if installed right, you wont have any problems. I have all Ford racing gauges made by autometer if you cannot decide. I am very happy with them and shit, they say ford on them. Good luck, here is what they look like.
http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/last302/vwp?.dir=/My+Photos&.src=ph&.dnm=scotts+cars+009.jpg&.view=t&.done=http%3a//photos.yahoo.com/bc/last302/lst%3f%26.dir=/My%2bPhotos%26.src=ph%26.view=t
 
Posted by 91sleeper (Member # 779) on :
 
Nice photo album Scott! Did you move?
 
Posted by andyman_2k01 (Member # 1448) on :
 
damn gauges everywhere in that car...lol
 
Posted by 91sleeper (Member # 779) on :
 
yes there is but they are all used and all necessary.....
 




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