<VV> manifold pressure gauge tube

[FrankCB]

Jim,
I haven't seen any answers to this on V V, so I'll respond on my experiences with the gauge in my 1965 Corsa 180.  If this is anything like YOUR earlier gauge, you shouldn't have to remove the instrument panel to remove the tubing end from the back connection on the gauge.  Just reach back there (hope you have a long arm) and feel the hex end of the fitting that secures the end of the tubing to the gauge.  Then using a small open-ended wrench (sorry, I don't remember the size - maybe 1/4 inch???) unscrew that fitting and, when it's loose, pull the fitting and tubing off the back of the gauge.
Good luck!
Frank Burkhard



In a message dated 09/10/08 19:30:36 Eastern Daylight Time, jeandelucca writes:
hello, i will be replacing the manifold pressure gauge tube on? my 63 spyder. the shop manual does not seem to mention this. i am open to suggestions/ shortcuts to ease this job. does the instrument cluster have to come off/or forward? how? the shop manual supplement is vague in this area also. it basically shows just removing just the large 2 screws on the underside and pulling forward. i do not want to force or break anything. all tips would be appreciated. thans, jim