Thread: Gav's 101.

Well, came across a small fault today with the oil pressure switch and I need a question answered. What is the thread on these - is it just a standard 1/8 gas thread like most oil pressure switches and senders? I only need a ground switched unit to go back in as the fuel pump no longer runs through it. Also, what pressure do the factory switches operate at? There are a few different settings available on the aftermarket ones so any ideas?

One other fault that the wiring has always had is the lack of a voltage stabiliser for the fuel gauge. This would explain why it runs out of fuel while still reading between 1/4 and 1/2 a tank, and why you have to drive 200KM before it moves off full. Now I know I can just go and buy another, but I've seen a post in a thread here about someone making an electronic one to go in a factory case, but be stuffed if I can find it anywhere and I only saw it a few days ago...!

Also, a big thanks to Mick who popped over today with that inspection lamp - it is a very cool bit of kit that is right at home in the 101. I'll be getting some good use out of it.

Cheers - Gav.

Is it the same thread as a standard V8 unit?

I think so, but I haven't pulled it out to check. Assuming it is - is the standard V8 thread 1/8 gas?

I THINK it's 1/2" UNF, so conveniently interchangeable with... nothing except another Rover one.

Can you get a 1/2" UNF to 1/8" gas adaptor...

Gav for the electronic voltage stabilzer see my thread. I'll post an update when I get home and not on my phone.

Originally Posted by stuee

Gav for the electronic voltage stabilzer see my thread. I'll post an update when I get home and not on my phone.

Found it!. Thanks heaps - I knew I had seen it recently, it was right under my nose.

I know you're not one to think very highly of the local services around home, but perhaps go have a chat to Barry at the local hydraulics joint. They have a large selection of brass pressure fittings.

In terms of operating pressure, I believe they really are a last resort switch that only closes at something under 7psi. Replacement Rover ones are not too hard to come by, nor are they expensive.