dandyZ Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Will the nissan unit and gauge work with the sbc set-up? How do I test the sending unit to make sure it is working properly. I don't want to replace things willy nilly with out knowing for sure that the part is bad. Also, are there alternative locations where I can install a mechanical oil pressure gauge? Don't want to blow up a good engine. Know what I mean? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom'sZ Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 The stock zcar oil sending unit is notorious for going bad and leaking. Not something I would want attached to my new engine. Secondly, the stock sending unit is BSP (british pipe thread). I would assume a SBC would not. So you would need an adapter. If you are so inclined however, McMaster - Carr has em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators BRAAP Posted September 18, 2008 Administrators Share Posted September 18, 2008 Welcome to HybridZ, DandyZ. I’m assuming you do not have the JTR V-8-Z conversion manual. The JTR V-8 Z car conversion manual covers in-depth ALL of the Z car gauges function with a SBC conversion, Tach, oil pressure, water temp, speedo, etc. The JTR V-8-Z conversion manual is a V-8 owners bible. I even recommend this manual for the L-6 guys with its great info from cooling to suspension. Trust me, it’s the best $38.95 you’ll spend on your V-8Z. Click ME for the JTR V-8 Z car conversion manual. As an aside, we established HybridZ rule #11 as sort of a prerequisite to those about to dive into a V-8-Z conversion, then after reading it, if any questions arise, post here… HybridZ Rules and Guidlines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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