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Originally Posted by mcbassin
Looks overwhelming to say the least. I have taken on some of these type of projects back in the day. I used to be full of energy too  If you're up for the challenge go for it. |
I'm not too old just yet!! I've got the energy and the motivation. The motivation I get is mostly from reading everyone elses threads, they get me pumped up!
I really enjoy doing all this, it never seems like work to me. I mean I guess I could be inside watching tv but I like to get stuff done!
I am thinking that if I cant find a sending unit to fit into the 87 tanks that will give me the 90-240 ohm reading that I may just put in a 90 ohm resistor between the pump assy and the gauge, that way it will atleast be somewhat correct when I am on an empty tank. I've been consulting the electrical engineer in my dept at work.
My friend is still convinced that I can use a combination of the 87 sending unit and one from a 96 or so Vortec truck. Still have to investigate that.
Once I get it figured out what sending unit I need I will be ordering a butt load of parts!!! Sending units, pumps, AN fittings (which I have no clue which ones I need), dirty dingos, high pressure line and anything else I can think of.
I still need to finish cleaning engine, installing shift kit in trans and all. I want to make sure I have as much as I need and as much as I can get done before yanking the heart out of the 87!
Also trying to decide whether to order a 20 gal tank and just use it and eliminate the two 16 gal tanks. I think the 20 gal tank would be sufficient especially if I am able to pump out 20mpg out of this swap!! Also got to figure out a way to use the pressure switch and get tank sealed and run a non vented cap.