![]() |
Register or Log In To remove these advertisements. |
|
|
![]() |
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
|
![]() |
#1 |
Senior Member
![]() Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Lambertville, MI
Posts: 1,860
|
Different kind of vacuum gauge
I decided since i put in a new Sun retro tach in, that i wanted to find another kind of gauge to put in the other side. I did a search to find a new clock but cant seem to find one that is 3" diameter. Most are 2 1/16". So i was just surfing ebay for "vintage gauge". And found lots of stuff. Came across something called "Motor Minder" by Stewart Warner. They were going for a premium. So i just kept searching. And found this one. Made by Rite Autotronics Corp. Called "Motor Monitor". Its a little smaller, so i turned up an aluminum ring on my lathe. I made it a little big to make sure it fit the hole so no green came through from inside. I mounted it on the stock bracket inside the cluster. I made sure to test it on my other truck to make sure it works. Once i install the cluster, i will have to run some kind of line to the intake manifold vacuum fitting. The only thing that was tricky, was opening the hole on the aluminum black overlay sheet.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#2 |
Happy Camper
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Northern California
Posts: 8,408
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
That is slick, nice job.
__________________
RIP El Jay! Love you brother! |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#3 |
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Sidney,b.c.
Posts: 4,425
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
here is one that I pulled from a 62 gmc along with a fuel pressure regulator and filter. the vacuum guage is "motor guide"(looks like it came out in 64). 2 5/8" face
![]() By rondavid at 2012-03-03 ron |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#4 |
Senior Enthusiast
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Spokane Valley, WA
Posts: 8,356
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
Wow! I like what you've done. That looks very cool. I ran an NOS Sun vacuum gauge for a while, but it read a few pounds low, had a few spots on the inside of the glass, and none of the gauge rebuilders would touch a vaccum gauge. I actually like yours better. Mounted inside the panel it looks both appropriate and unique.
![]()
__________________
My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#5 |
Account Suspended
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Yerington, Nevada
Posts: 864
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
Those are simply a real vacuum gauge that are marked differently. The one in the first picture above, also has a fuel pressure scale as well (the numbers below the needle center pivot), so, done right, you can measure both vacuum, AND fuel pressure. Of course there is N O 'done right' for any type of fuel into the driver/passenger area.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#6 |
Senior Member
![]() Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Lambertville, MI
Posts: 1,860
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
Yea, i was wondering about the fuel pressure part of that. Its only designed for handheld use. I was just going to hook up vacuum anyway.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#7 |
Just here to tinker
![]() Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Holland, MI
Posts: 3,692
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
Nice! I also run a motor minder in my '60:
![]() ![]()
__________________
78 C10 SWB Diesel #1 (wrecked)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1978+silverado 78 C10 SWB Diesel #2 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650751 60 GMC Suburban (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=445526 60 GMC 1000 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=298235 67 GMC 1500 (sold) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=803695 86 Suburban(summer unit) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=810697 88 Suburban 4x4(winter unit)https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...25#post8900725 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#8 |
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Sidney,b.c.
Posts: 4,425
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
funny , the one that I have goes anti-clockwise. the others all go clockwise
ron |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#9 |
Senior Member
![]() Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Corona, CA
Posts: 1,840
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
I'm sure it's no reflection on you Ron
![]() I believe this is also a Motor Minder...
__________________
MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#10 |
Senior Member
![]() Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Lambertville, MI
Posts: 1,860
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
Ha, and here i thought i came up with something new. lol
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#11 | |
Registered User
![]() Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: apple valley, ca
Posts: 2,670
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
I'm a huge fan of vacuum gauges. They are a great engine tuning tool, and also a great tool for modifying your driving style to achieve maximum fuel mileage. I have a few Motor Minders in my parts stash. Whenever you go to the wrecking yard, ALWAYS look inside the junked motor homes, and chances are you can find one in there. Back in the 70s and 80s, motor home owners were desperate to get as much fuel mileage as they could, and having a vacuum gauge was one thing that definitely helped.
I love the look of the factory vacuum gauge but didn't want to spend the big bucks for one. With a little research, I utilized all factory GM pieces and made my own for around $35. I posted it on my Project '64 Cheapskate build thread (post #65). Check it out: Quote:
__________________
Check out my latest endeavor: https://roundsixpod.com My build threads: '55 Chevy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=247512 '64 C-20: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=446527 |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#12 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Brown Sky, CA
Posts: 125
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
Great job chevyrestoguy! Thanks for posting that. I have one of those Olds vac gauges in the garage, it doesn't have the fancy space tape like yours but it'll work for this conversion. This board is dripping with great ideas.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#13 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Regina, SK
Posts: 804
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
Yeah this is a great thread. Subscribed!
Rideblue, do you have any pics of how you mounted the gauge inside the cluster? Thanks. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#14 |
Senior Member
![]() Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Lambertville, MI
Posts: 1,860
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
I didnt take any pics of the inside setup. However if you look at my 4th pic you can see the screws that hold it. Its really a simple setup. The screws go into the back of the gauge housing. Only thing to make sure is not to let the screws interfere with the working mechanism. I had to enlarge the holes through the bracket so they miss the mechanism.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#15 |
Account Suspended
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Yerington, Nevada
Posts: 864
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
That first gauge will work just fine as a vacuum gauge only, no problems. And, if anyone asks what the other scale is, tell 'em it is a "boost gauge" and let 'em wonder. Should be fun to watch people pour over the truck looking for the supercharger/turbo. It'd probably be just as happy measuring fuel OR air pressure.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#16 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Regina, SK
Posts: 804
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
Quote:
|
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#17 |
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Fairfield Maine
Posts: 1,759
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
Cool thread!
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#18 |
Registered User
![]() Join Date: May 2007
Location: Deale Md
Posts: 4,663
|
Re: Different kind of vacuum gauge
Good info.
__________________
James 63 GMC V6 4speed carryall 65 chevy swb bbw V8 auto 68 K20 327/4 speed, buddy buckets 2002 GMC CC Dually Duramax 64 GMC lwb 3/4 V6 4speed SOLD 66 GMC swb bbw buddy buckets SOLD IG duallyjams The only thing that stays the same is constant change! |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
Bookmarks |
|
|