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Old 06-11-2021, 05:09 PM   #14
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Default Re: '40 Gas, Oil pressure Gauges

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Originally Posted by Deadforty View Post
Sorry fella's, I installed a 80lb sender with a 50lb pump. Can changing the sending unit to a 50lb one fix this problem ? I also used "19Fordy"s diagram with a Ron Fransis CRV-1 reducer for the voltage drop. That replaced one of the "chopper" drop that I had installed a number of years ago. Now I'm wondering if I had the "chopper" one installed incorrectly and damaged the gauges. Also, the "chopper" was installed when the fuel and oil quit working.
Again, thanks for the input.

Yes, changing to a 50# sender that matches your gauge will work just fine.



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