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Vacuum gauge replacement

Discussion in 'Technical Discussion' started by BlueNomad, Jan 24, 2022.

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  1. BlueNomad, Jan 24, 2022
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    BlueNomad

    BlueNomad Senior Member

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    Good morning all, I'm wondering if there's a preferred vacuum gauge replacement for Racor fuel filtering set-ups.

    The Racor gauges are not liquid-filled so the dial can cloud up, has anyone else run into this issue & is there a more robust option for a similar price?
  2. Capt Ralph, Jan 24, 2022
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  3. BlueNomad, Jan 24, 2022
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    Yes exactly, thanks for the link. Does anyone here have experience with these or just stick to the OEM? Not really looking to gamble with the fuel system.
  4. GPO, Jan 24, 2022
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    If Capt Ralph has had good results from his choice that's good enough for me. However I'll note that I have the Racor vacuum gauges and haven't experienced the dials clouding up in 5 years.

    I'm curious, age of yours?
  5. BlueNomad, Jan 24, 2022
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    Probably closer to 10 years tbh.
  6. Capt Ralph, Jan 24, 2022
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    There were brand Racor gauges that were not liquid filled.