Replacing the Oil Pressure Sending Unit
12-14-2018, 07:02 PM
#31
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what does it mean "1/4 pipe thread"?
I understand in standard international metric system. I remember all those stupid sizes in wrenches like 1/2 it's 12.54mm, 3/8 it's close to 10mm etc.
I'm not sure will I find it(sensor) tomorrow because I will walk to the junk yard and especially -- it's Saturday.
Also one more question about torque starter bolts - is it really just 16-18 lbs? I want to add blue thread locker - is it a good idea?
I understand in standard international metric system. I remember all those stupid sizes in wrenches like 1/2 it's 12.54mm, 3/8 it's close to 10mm etc.
I'm not sure will I find it(sensor) tomorrow because I will walk to the junk yard and especially -- it's Saturday.
Also one more question about torque starter bolts - is it really just 16-18 lbs? I want to add blue thread locker - is it a good idea?
12-14-2018, 09:28 PM
#32
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ap This Size Pipe:
Use This Drill Bit:
(Closest Fractional:)
Decimal Inches:
1/8-27 NPT
Ltr.R
-
.3390
1/4-18 NPT
7/16"
7/16"
.4375
3/8-18 NPT
37/64"
Grab an a used oil pressure sensor, as for the bolts yes, and use the blue loctite
Use This Drill Bit:
(Closest Fractional:)
Decimal Inches:
1/8-27 NPT
Ltr.R
-
.3390
1/4-18 NPT
7/16"
7/16"
.4375
3/8-18 NPT
37/64"
Grab an a used oil pressure sensor, as for the bolts yes, and use the blue loctite
12-15-2018, 09:38 AM
#33
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Join Date: 12-07-2017
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Mine was dripping from where the plastic meets the metal. I have had this type of unit fail on other cars as well.
On my 85 it failed when the metal corroded and the plastic blew out - what a mess....
On my 85 it failed when the metal corroded and the plastic blew out - what a mess....
12-15-2018, 03:32 PM
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12-15-2018, 07:34 PM
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- oil pressure switch - 16 lb ft
- anti-knock sensor - 18 lb ft
- reattach the connector for the anti-knock sensor, and push the red tab in to lock it in position
- install the starter with the two bolts (14mm socket) - 39 lb ft
- anti-knock sensor - 18 lb ft
- reattach the connector for the anti-knock sensor, and push the red tab in to lock it in position
- install the starter with the two bolts (14mm socket) - 39 lb ft
