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Projects Where can I find a high quality manifold vacuum gauge to install (not handheld)

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by n1gzd, Oct 20, 2008.

  1. n1gzd
    Joined: Sep 11, 2007
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    from Acton, MA

    So far the only vacuum gauge that I can find is the sunpro and it seems kind of junky to me.

    I am looking for something that looks kind of vintage but I want it to be new and accurate (new stock but not designed for glitzy hotrod). Perhaps something industrial?

    Any ideas? I want to install it. First choice is under the dash but visible, second choice is on the engine.

    Rebecca
     
  2. Phil1934
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  3. n1gzd
    Joined: Sep 11, 2007
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    n1gzd
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    from Acton, MA

    yeah, you are right. I just looked and saw more than I expected. geeze. I shoulda just looked there.
    Thanks for taking the time to point out what should be been obvious to me.
    Rebecca
     
  4. Stewart-Warner makes a very nice 2 5/8" vacuum gauge.
    It has a full sweep - most of the circle, bout 250 degrees of sweep - which is nice.

    Pics show one in my 31 roadsters dash.

    2nd pic is dusty, but it'll give an idea.


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    Look for the Deluxe gauges.
    Speedway carries them and has about the best price.

    Ifthe 2 5/8" gauge is too big, they make a 2 1/8" gauge that looks similar.
    You may have to opt for the marine version with brass case to get the 250 degree needle sweep.
    Otherwise, you'll get the model with about 120 degrees of needle sweep.
     
  5. zman
    Joined: Apr 2, 2001
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    from Garner, NC

    Both Auto Meter and Stewart Warner make them. Summit has them. About $50 for a decent one.
     
  6. Deuce Roadster
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