Oil pressure gauge install

[xxch4osxx]

I was wondering how to go about installing an Autometer Sport-comp oil pressure gauge in my Silverado. Im assuming I would have to get the electric one and not the mechanical. What would be involved in installing it myself?

 

[Garak]

Instructions for the installation are at http://autometer.com/productPDF/1079A.pdf for the electric gauge. They're not usually terribly difficult to install.

 

[xxch4osxx]

Hmmm, I might have to take it to get it installed, Im not good with wiring schematics lol

 

[cp3]

Connecting wiring should really be the easy part as it's only a few wires. A good spot to mount the sending unit and gauge could be harder, I think. If it's just the schematics, I'm sure that lots here can help talk you through it but if you're not comfortable with the wiring part maybe get it done.

 

[mechtech2]

There should be a hot for the light [key switched], a ground, and the sensor wire.
You can do this standing on your head.
Real instructions from the factory are best.

 

[MarkM66]

Do you know what port you're going to put the sending unit into?

 

[xxch4osxx]

I will have a look at the instructions when I get the gauge and try to figure it out. If I can't I will let you guys know!