Thread: Is it worthwhile to have a fuel pressure gauge or just set it and forget?
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Old 08-12-2003, 09:38 AM
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Liquid filled gauges in an environment where there are severe temperature changes will effect the readings on the gauge. I believe it has to do with the expansion and contraction of the liquid. I have done comparisons with both. I have a liquid filled on my regulator behind the block and a dry one on the fuel log. After the engine warms up the liquid reading drops and the dry one stays on mark.

I have been told by BG and Aeromotive to stay away from them. Also, if they are filled up with little air there is a chance they can burst. nuff said?

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