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Old Dec 15, 2008 | 08:38 PM
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Fuel pressure gauge?

Just installed my Holley AFP regulator, but i dont have a fuel pressure guage yet. Until then, i need to ensure my car wont run too rich or lean. Where is a good place to buy a cheap mechanical fuel pressure guage that i can screw onto the schrader valve?

Also, what numbers should i be looking for after i prime the pump, as well as after startup.

My fuel system is as follows:

Walbro 255
SVO 30#s
Holley AFP regulator
Stock rails

Any help for me?
Old Dec 15, 2008 | 08:43 PM
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Most any parts store will have a gauge in stock. I bought mine from Advance.

Shoot down there and see what they have.
Old Dec 15, 2008 | 10:02 PM
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Most any parts store will have a gauge in stock. I bought mine from Advance.

Shoot down there and see what they have.
and i should be able to just screw it right onto the schrader right? thanks for the help
Old Dec 15, 2008 | 10:05 PM
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also, what is the point of a 0-15psi mechanical guage? if the cars are supposed to have 43.5psi during priming, how does a 0-15psi guage help me? Thanks guys
Old Dec 15, 2008 | 10:16 PM
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Yep - it'll screw right on to the Schrader valve.

0 - 15psi gauges are used for mechanical pumps on carbed engines. Carburetors use a much lower fuel pressure than fuel injected engines.
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