Water Pressure Guage

[bruoff]

Now that the old Merc (1983 50hp) is running,<br />has a strong telltale stream, and the TNT is repaired, I'm almost ready to go fishin'.<br /><br />Main problem was that fuse hidden under the main wiring connection. Replaced the holder and had all kinds of fire to everything. <br /><br />Now before a trip to Lake Tarpon, I want to install a water pressure guage. I've got a couple of OMC guages with instructions for Jonrude motors, but no idea how to hook up a<br />guage on my Merc. The gauges shoudln't know the difference <br /><br />Suns finally out but, too cold. Heard the Trout are running off Long Pier.<br /><br />Thanks to one and all this board is wonderful!

 

[DJ]

Re: Water Pressure Guage

Get a vacuum line tee from an automotive store that fits the size of tubing going to your tell tale hole.<br /><br />Cut the tube (tell tale) and insert the tee. The open end of the tee will then go to your H2O press. guage.

 

[bruoff]

Re: Water Pressure Guage

Thanks a bunch. I'll get that done tomorrow. Does anyone know about how much pressure the Merc should produce?

 

[Trent]

Re: Water Pressure Guage

5-15 psi depends on RPM<br /><br />There is a plug on top back of the powerhead that you can remove and install a fitting..I believe its on your model??