04-16-2020, 09:51 PM
(04-16-2020, 01:50 PM)HenryBlue Wrote: Hi everybody, first post here.
Recently bought a 1990 Geo Tracker with 97K miles. The guy I bought it from put in a new fuel tank and pump, but did not install a sending unit. I can’t find one new anywhere.
I’m sure there are others on here that have had issues finding OEM sending units.
However, I did find a “universal” one that’s adjustable for depth, and that reads empty at 240 Ohms, and reads full at 33 Ohms. I know from other posts here that Gen 1 sending units typically read around 120 empty, and 3 Ohms full.
I know next to nothing about sending units. My experience is with the mechanical, not electrical.
Will this “universal” unit work?!
https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/b/aut...unit&pos=3
Please help.
the sending (fuel level) unit is only a variable resistor. vary simple and crude, 1920's year technology, for sure.
fitting the hole in the tank and not leaking is the big issue here,
seen here.
http://www.fixkick.com/sensors/fuel-gauge-tests.html
full is 3 ohms,
you can test the gauge before putting it in, connected.
The fitment can vary by year and if 2door or 4doors, car. (tank sizes are not the same on 4door)
http://www.fixkick.com