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Old 02-08-2009 | 09:20 PM
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Boost gauge pressure???

I just picked up a pyro. and boost gauge.
I'm thinking of installing the pyrometer upstream of the turbo.

For the boost gauge, I picked up one that is 0-35psi. I understand that with my stock engine, the most I will see is 19-23psi.


Will I see pressures over 30 psi with a number 10 or 11 plate???
I'm thinking I wil need a 0- 60 gauge instead.
Old 02-08-2009 | 10:23 PM
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I had a 97 and a 10 plate would hit 38 +
Old 02-09-2009 | 10:35 AM
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Go with the 60 psi gauge.
Even though you won't peg a 35 psi gauge often the high numbers are the ones you'll want to see more.
Old 02-10-2009 | 10:18 PM
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Thanks for the replies. I exchanged it for a 60.
Old 02-11-2009 | 04:23 AM
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I thought my 35-PSI Boost Gauge was going to be good enough too.

I was wrong.



When I pegged mine I found this was the correct pressure.



I have a 1st Gen.and I guess my engine is no longer STOCK.

Here is the rest of the story.

https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...40#post2383840

Jim
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