Re: Oil pump problem?

Posted by sgtslag on Feb 06, 2012; 7:16pm
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By the time it becomes audible, damage is likely occurring already.  Better to stay ahead of the low pressure.

You are correct, a T-connector is feasible, and an automotive pressure gauge is workable.  I would compare the mechanical, Bourdain Tube gauges, alongside of the electric:  they sometimes are more granular, and accurate, depending upon needle deflection [electric gauges usually only have a 60-degree range, while many of the mechanical gauges have 270-degree deflections, which means far greater accuracy (spec. at 3-5%, officially); they are sometimes less money, as well].  Only concerns with mechanical gauges is the tube:  can't knick it, kink it, or twist it (but you can make large loops of excess tubing) -- will destroy the entire setup.  Cheers!