Pyro questions
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Pyro questions
Got money set aside to spend on the truck, and I think I've decided on a full set of gauges first (still kind of hung between this and exhaust though). My first question is- my truck already has a clamp-on pyro in place, should I leave it there or replace it with a thread-in pyro? If thread-in is preferred, I'll also have to buy the drill bit and tap to install unfortunately 
Question #2- should I spring for the weatherpack connectors for the pyro or are the ring terminal connections just fine?
FWIW, I'll be ordering from Diesel Manor- full Isspro set with A-pillar.
Question #2- should I spring for the weatherpack connectors for the pyro or are the ring terminal connections just fine?
FWIW, I'll be ordering from Diesel Manor- full Isspro set with A-pillar.
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i have worked with both styles, weatherpack and ring terminal. same goes with the spring clamp and threaded. its all about preference, whichever makes you happier, all of the styles worked flawlessly for me in the past. you will get the same reading whichever way you go,
you said you already have a pyro installed? are you going to be selling it? what brand is it?
you said you already have a pyro installed? are you going to be selling it? what brand is it?
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Where is the clamp in now? pre or post turbo? If it is pre turbo then I would get a new clamp in iconel use the existing hole(we dont know if the old one is any good). If you do decide to go with the tap method the bit and tap pkg is only like $10 IIRC. you can also pick one up at your local hardware store. the main thing to remember is you want to take your pyro readings PRE-turbo.
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the bit and tap are not a big expense...i got mine from a local hardware store that marks up Lowe's products (
) for $14 for both
as far as the exsisting probe, i agree with everything brandon said
) for $14 for bothas far as the exsisting probe, i agree with everything brandon said
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Originally Posted by bdrummonds
Where is the clamp in now? pre or post turbo? If it is pre turbo then I would get a new clamp in iconel use the existing hole(we dont know if the old one is any good). If you do decide to go with the tap method the bit and tap pkg is only like $10 IIRC. you can also pick one up at your local hardware store. the main thing to remember is you want to take your pyro readings PRE-turbo.
c00n- all I have is a pyro probe and lead wire, no gauge. Not sure on brand, but if/when I pull it out I can let you know.
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FYI, a 21/64" bit (or type "R" if you can actually find that in stores) and a 1/8" NPT is what you will need for the bit/tap.
EDIT: Heck, if you dont want to pay for them, PM me your address and ill let you borrow mine. Its not like i will be using them anytime soon.
EDIT: Heck, if you dont want to pay for them, PM me your address and ill let you borrow mine. Its not like i will be using them anytime soon.
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I ran my probe in the same spot for 5 1/2 yrs with no issues at all. I only moved it to the manifold when I replaced my up pipes. If I didn't have to do the up pipes, It would still be there. As long as it's close to the manifold it's fine right there.
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Chase, like I said before if the hole is in the up pipe, then just get another clamp in probe and be done, the clamp ins are just as good as the tap ins. don't make it harder on your self.
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Originally Posted by bdrummonds
Chase, like I said before if the hole is in the up pipe, then just get another clamp in probe and be done, the clamp ins are just as good as the tap ins. don't make it harder on your self.
With a hole already there I don't imagine tapping it out can be too big of a headache... can it?
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Originally Posted by nhill2090
FYI, a 21/64" bit (or type "R" if you can actually find that in stores) and a 1/8" NPT is what you will need for the bit/tap.
EDIT: Heck, if you dont want to pay for them, PM me your address and ill let you borrow mine. Its not like i will be using them anytime soon.
EDIT: Heck, if you dont want to pay for them, PM me your address and ill let you borrow mine. Its not like i will be using them anytime soon.
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Originally Posted by superduty4x4
I might consider that if I can't find the right tap at a decent price locally.
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