New gauges

[6.5td1994]

I have purchase a set of new gauges for my 1994 td. I have looked for some simple mounting and installation guides but I have not had much luck. I have found installation guides for the boost gauge but instillation for the fuel pressure sensor and for the EGT gauge is a little more difficult to find. any information or direction from you guys would be greatly appreciated.

I plan on keeping everything stock but while reading some of the post it was recommended to purchase a boost, fuel pressure and EGT gauge to make sure everything is staying in check. Once I know where everything is at as is I may start to make mod on an as needed bases.

Thanks in advance for all your help!!

 

[tanman_2006]

For boost and fuel psi look at Leroydiesel.com (burning oil screen name). He has a boost bolt and fuel pressure tap that make install a breeze. EGT is drilled and tapped into the passenger side exhaust manifold preturbo typically. There is a 1"x1" square that looks like it is made for a gauge tap and most people use it.

 

[dka99burb]

Leroy's boost bolt is the only way to go. I had customized my fuel supply so I didn't need his fuel pressure tap but would have if kept stock system.

 

[Burning oil]

I have purchase a set of new gauges for my 1994 td. I have looked for some simple mounting and installation guides but I have not had much luck. I have found installation guides for the boost gauge but instillation for the fuel pressure sensor and for the EGT gauge is a little more difficult to find. any information or direction from you guys would be greatly appreciated.

I plan on keeping everything stock but while reading some of the post it was recommended to purchase a boost, fuel pressure and EGT gauge to make sure everything is staying in check. Once I know where everything is at as is I may start to make mod on an as needed bases.

Thanks in advance for all your help!!

Check out my videos on the web site. No drilling/tapping needed.

For boost and fuel psi look at Leroydiesel.com (burning oil screen name). He has a boost bolt and fuel pressure tap that make install a breeze. EGT is drilled and tapped into the passenger side exhaust manifold preturbo typically. There is a 1"x1" square that looks like it is made for a gauge tap and most people use it.

Thank you again for the referals.

Leroy's boost bolt is the only way to go. I had customized my fuel supply so I didn't need his fuel pressure tap but would have if kept stock system.

Thank you. You need to buy an old 6.5 again. You know you miss it.

 

[6.5td1994]

Just a quick update.

I was able to get all my gauges installed yesterday and everything seems to be working. the one thing that I noticed is that while idling I have just a few pounds of fuel pressure. while driving down the road the fuel pressure drops to 0.

I have installed the sensor in line to the supply line of the fuel filter. When I turn the truck off and just turn the key on the fuel pressure will rise to almost 5psi. I have bypassed the OPS for the time being to make sure all my gauges work properly.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Diesel Nut]

Go to kennedy diesel and pick up a lift pump control harness it is a good price I have two out of three of my 6.5 truck running with them. I'll be buying one more soon. Then pick up a new lift pump or upgrade it. Takes about 1.5 hours to 2 hours to install the kit. 94 trucks are easy.

 

[6.5td1994]

Ok thanks!!

 

[Burning oil]

Just a quick update.

I was able to get all my gauges installed yesterday and everything seems to be working. the one thing that I noticed is that while idling I have just a few pounds of fuel pressure. while driving down the road the fuel pressure drops to 0.

I have installed the sensor in line to the supply line of the fuel filter. When I turn the truck off and just turn the key on the fuel pressure will rise to almost 5psi. I have bypassed the OPS for the time being to make sure all my gauges work properly.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Normal for a stock lift pump, but still not what the IP needs to perform its best. You need a pump that will supplly 9-12 psi at idle like the Walbro FRC10 I sell. You will be happy if you do it.
Also run a relay harness.