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I did exactly this on my 73 Eldo. The hose is really tough stuff and
the extra abrasion protection probably isn't necessary. When you run
the hose up to the dash, make sure to get it against, or as close as
possible to the steering pivot to minimize hose motion while turning. I
mounted a brass "T" at the back of the guage and a Buick sender so I had
both analog and idiot light.
Patrick Hayes
Fremont CA
Greg Bender wrote:
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I'm installing a mechanical oil pressure gauge on the Ambassador so that
I might keep track of, well, oil pressure :> The kit came with some very
tightly coiled, small diameter, hard plastic hose. I was able to get it
pretty straight by dipping it in boiling water (as per the instructions
that came with the kit). Worked like a charm.
I'm contemplating running the plastic hose inside a length of rubber
vacuum hose from the engine block up to the gauge in order to afford the
line greater protection. Any thoughts on this or related suggestions?
Regards,
Greg Bender
1971 Ambassador
2000 Quota
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