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Old 12-27-2008, 03:26 PM
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oil pressure sender help needed!!!!

ok so i need to swap my sensor out. i bought the oil pressure sensor socket for it but i cant get it to slide on the sensor itself. it hits the frame. how do you guys get yours in and out? please help need to get this done before i deploy in 2 weeks!
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Re: oil pressure sender help needed!!!!

i used padded jaw channel locks on mine . just use care and don't crush it . good luck .
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Re: oil pressure sender help needed!!!!

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i used padded jaw channel locks on mine . just use care and don't crush it . good luck .
I second that. I have the right socket, but I almost never use it.
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Re: oil pressure sender help needed!!!!

Yep. It's designed for engine out use.
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