Frank Grunthaner wrote:
>
> In a message dated 1/28/02 7:26:54 PM, lalofs@ENTERACT.COM writes:
>
> << So, does this mean that you have a coolant pressure gauge?
> If so can you give me a few details? >>
>
> Larry,
>
> Yep! Or yes indeed! Well discussed by Darrel Boehler and I in several
> exchanges in the archives. To summarize, I use a VDO boost gauge (0 to 30
> inches of vacuum and 0 to 15 psi). This is a mechanical pressure gauge with
> 270 degree sweep. I have connected it to the coolant reservoir tank through
> the level control sensor. I run nylon line through to the gauge panel (5
> gauges mounted in the heater cover base panel). The entry port into the back
> of the gauge is protected with a frit (VDO standard equipment) to stop liquid
> injection into the gauge internal structure. I use much of the 1/8 inch OD
> nylon tube to maintain a compressible gas column to transfer coolant
> pressure. Fast response, great diagnostic, etc., etc. BTW when I first set
> this up I used the inexpensive JCW boost gauge. Worked just fine, but it
> didn't match the rest of my VDO's.
>
> Frank Grunthaner

Frank,
  Can you think of any good reason not to connect it up in front, like
at the bleed screw on the radiator.  This would avoid routing the rather
long tube.

Larry A.