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what gauges do u have?

Old Nov 17, 2011 | 03:20 AM
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well i figured that but would i like have to tap into the intake or something like that?

did you get your mopar gagues from the dealer or ? i like how yours look alot merc
 
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 03:26 AM
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Originally Posted by biggreen2500
well i figured that but would i like have to tap into the intake or something like that?

did you get your mopar gagues from the dealer or ? i like how yours look alot merc
There should be an available vac port on the side of your intake, should have a black rubber plug on it, just remove the plug and put on the vac hose from the gauge.

Yes I just order though the dealer, I give them the part numbers.

http://www.jimsautoparts.com/gauges.htm
 

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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 03:57 AM
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i'll look for that plug... i really don't think i have one i just had the intake out last week when i did my plenum/kegger mod

i'll take a look in the morning
 
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 07:49 AM
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Originally Posted by crazzywolfie
vacuum gauge. it can tell you if you develop a vacuum leak.
And many, many other things too. A vacuum gauge should be in everyone's basic diagnostic tool kit. Having one permanently installed and knowing what it's telling you can head off some expensive problems by calling your attention to them when they're still cheap fixes.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 08:02 AM
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Make sure they're back lit too, I hate mine at night
 
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 11:22 AM
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And many, many other things too. A vacuum gauge should be in everyone's basic diagnostic tool kit. Having one permanently installed and knowing what it's telling you can head off some expensive problems by calling your attention to them when they're still cheap fixes.
Such as?

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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Wh1t3NuKle
Such as?

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could probably tell you if you have a blown plenum or if you have a broken vacuum line. is the 4x4 still vacuum controlled? i have also heard they can help you drive more fuel efficiently.
 
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Originally Posted by biggreen2500
i'll look for that plug... i really don't think i have one i just had the intake out last week when i did my plenum/kegger mod

i'll take a look in the morning
This might help you find them.


 
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Wh1t3NuKle
Such as?
It's a long list, but right off the top of my head: Burnt valves, weak valve springs, sticky valves, worn valve guides, bad valve stem seals, leaking piston rings (or really worn out motor oil), ignition problems, restricted exhaust system, sloppy timing chain... the list goes on. It's well worth having and learning to proficiently use a vacuum gauge, alongside a tachometer, and in conjunction with a compression tester. You can discover a lot about what's going on from the pistons upward in an engine with just those few cheap tools.

Even if you don't learn all about vacuum testing and results interpretation right away, if you have a gauge permanently connected and become accustomed to what's normal for your engine you can spot not-normal even before you get enough seat of the pants feel to become concerned.

Check this out for a quick introduction with cool animated GIF's.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 01:14 PM
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I'll never drive w/o a vacuum gauge again.. it is pretty dang handy for saving fuel..
 
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