Oil Pressure and Temp Gauge Install
For those of you concern with mixing different threadings (BSPT w/ NPT), the link below does a good job of explaining the consequences.
http://www.colder.com/Downloads/NPT.pdf
The reducer conversion (BSPT to NPT) can be found in most local plumbing shops for only a few bucks. All the fittings at Home Depot are only NPT also.
http://www.colder.com/Downloads/NPT.pdf
The reducer conversion (BSPT to NPT) can be found in most local plumbing shops for only a few bucks. All the fittings at Home Depot are only NPT also.
Originally Posted by webguy330i
OK guys I just installed my defi bf oil pressure gauge this weekend. My sensor had a 1/4 adapter on the end, so it fit perfectly into the hex bolt which is right above the oil filter (there are two of them, I used the one CLOSER to the filter).
FYI if you are going to attempt this, do yourself a favor and purchase an 8mm hex socket for your 3/8" ratchet. That hex bolt is a total b!tch to remove. Don't forget to teflon tape your adapter/sensor threads.
FYI if you are going to attempt this, do yourself a favor and purchase an 8mm hex socket for your 3/8" ratchet. That hex bolt is a total b!tch to remove. Don't forget to teflon tape your adapter/sensor threads.
Originally Posted by webguy330i
re: hex bolt removal
ok
i am back.. long time away
1. i have the greddy block and have no problems with it.. the only thing you have to remember is that you can no longer use generic filters.. you MUST USE THE SHORT MITSUBISHI FILTERS.. if you go to the dealer, he has two styles, a thin and tall one, you don't want that.. he has a fat and short one you want that..
the fat and short one will clear your splash guard.. if you still rip it off the engine, somethign is wrong wih your driving..
2. i went through all the hex bolts, nuts, etc.. under the engine.. unless your sender is very very narrow, there is no way you will be able to mount it on any of those holes AND still get an accurate reading.. i chose the filter mount location because oil is always circulating there..
i am installing an oil cooler with a bypass kit, so i will be moving the whole mess up to the firewall.. just FYI
-joe
i am back.. long time away
1. i have the greddy block and have no problems with it.. the only thing you have to remember is that you can no longer use generic filters.. you MUST USE THE SHORT MITSUBISHI FILTERS.. if you go to the dealer, he has two styles, a thin and tall one, you don't want that.. he has a fat and short one you want that..
the fat and short one will clear your splash guard.. if you still rip it off the engine, somethign is wrong wih your driving..
2. i went through all the hex bolts, nuts, etc.. under the engine.. unless your sender is very very narrow, there is no way you will be able to mount it on any of those holes AND still get an accurate reading.. i chose the filter mount location because oil is always circulating there..
i am installing an oil cooler with a bypass kit, so i will be moving the whole mess up to the firewall.. just FYI
-joe
Originally Posted by sillypuddy
ok
i am back.. long time away
1. i have the greddy block and have no problems with it.. the only thing you have to remember is that you can no longer use generic filters.. you MUST USE THE SHORT MITSUBISHI FILTERS.. if you go to the dealer, he has two styles, a thin and tall one, you don't want that.. he has a fat and short one you want that..
the fat and short one will clear your splash guard.. if you still rip it off the engine, somethign is wrong wih your driving..
i am back.. long time away
1. i have the greddy block and have no problems with it.. the only thing you have to remember is that you can no longer use generic filters.. you MUST USE THE SHORT MITSUBISHI FILTERS.. if you go to the dealer, he has two styles, a thin and tall one, you don't want that.. he has a fat and short one you want that..
the fat and short one will clear your splash guard.. if you still rip it off the engine, somethign is wrong wih your driving..
Originally Posted by mump
i used the block too and had a generic filter on, it hung passed the plastic shield and my cusco bars... very scary. i took my car into mitsu for warranty work (brakes) and the guy told me when I was picking up my car "I like your new gauges, took the time to a small filter so it will tuck up under the car. I know you like to do your own work so we will sell you the little ones at our cost just so you are safe." So I went over and bought 10 of them.
-joe
Originally Posted by mump
i used the block too and had a generic filter on, it hung passed the plastic shield and my cusco bars... very scary. i took my car into mitsu for warranty work (brakes) and the guy told me when I was picking up my car "I like your new gauges, took the time to a small filter so it will tuck up under the car. I know you like to do your own work so we will sell you the little ones at our cost just so you are safe." So I went over and bought 10 of them.
Originally Posted by 04 evo
Correct me if I am wrong, but don't they say not to use teflon tape when installing the oil pressure sender to ensure a proper ground????
edit: yeup http://www.defi-shop.com/product/bf/bf_manual.html
