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Old Sep 5, 2022 | 9:51 PM
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Question Fuel Pressure Test - 1980 K10

I need to run a fuel pressure test, and I am trying to find the optimal place to tie in my pressure gauge. I know a lot of Chevys have a removable cap just for that purpose, and I am able to find information for the location of those caps on later models, but I can't find anything for a 1980 K10 5.7L 8 Cylinder 350 engine. I could always tap into the line before the fuel filter, but if there is a designated location for the gauge to connect, I would rather use that and do it right. If anyone could tell me the location of the tie in point, or other ways of testing the pressure on that model, I would greatly appreciate the help. Thanks!
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Old Sep 5, 2022 | 10:03 PM
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What carburetor are you running?
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Old Sep 5, 2022 | 10:11 PM
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It's an Edelbrok 1406
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Old Sep 5, 2022 | 10:35 PM
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Originally Posted by RiderOfShelob
It's an Edelbrok 1406
You only need 6.5 PSI for your Edelbrock 1406.
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Old Sep 5, 2022 | 11:01 PM
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You will need to check your fuel pressure at the carb inlet with a double hosed fuel pressure gauge. You run one hose to the carb and the other to the fuel hose from the fuel pump.
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Thank you, I’ll give that a shot!
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