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Originally Posted by JMintzer
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I have installed two sets. There is a sending unit in the tank and the dashboard gauge. For the sending unit i chose the vertical float - rather than the float at the end of an arm. The key is getting the right size in millimeters for your tank. You need to cut a circular hole in the top of the tank to mount the sending unit. And run the wires to the gauge you cut a hole in the dashboard for. A hole saw set from harbor freight has the right size for both. (To keep plastic dust out of the tank, i cut halfway thru with the hole saw then used an exacto knife to finish the cut.). Videos are online to help you.
It takes about 2-3 hours to do your first time. Cost in parts was about $55 from Amazon.
When buying the parts there are two styles (0 = full or 0 = empty) be sure to match the correct sending unit and gauge. (240-33 ohm is what i used) - and be sure they are marine style (waterproof). Also need a fuel stable sealer - even though the unit comes with rubber seals i preferred to not have any issues later! (Auto parts store stocks the sealer)
Wiring - connection to accessory wire (ie key is on and wire is hot) and lights - so the dial lights up when the headlights are on.
Did these about 6 months ago - and both are great.
The vertical float sending unit is more precise when fuel is sloshing around the tank. Also doesn’t get in the way of preexisting fuel lines in the tank already.
Wife loves the fact she can visually see the levels without remembering to lift the seat.