I would never try to connect a FP gauge to an engine that was already running, gas will squirt all over the place and the engine will stall. Connect the gauge first, then cycle the key a few times to build pressure. Check for leaks, if all ok, start the engine. Mark
Scott Daniel wrote: > it's always a good idea to know that the fuel pressure is within spec. > > the normal way is, engine running, > connect your FP gaue to the testing port, on that triple T by the > distributor. > 7mm hex nut there. Connect FP gauge hose there. > > |
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