tcmotonut122

iTrader: (5)

can you just replace the original oil pressure sensor under the alternator with an aftermarket gauge sensor and do without the original sensor without any side affects,

i am aware that you can get an adaptor to run both, just wondering is there much point or advantages in doing so?

cheers guys

mike h

iTrader: (10)

If you do it that way then the oil light will not work at all, nothing wrong with doing it like that though if you don't mind missing the oil light.
I like my oil light, so i bought the adapter to run both.

If the gauge or sender decide to play up then at least I'll have some warning or indication.

tubbytommy

iTrader: (20)

i like everything to work in my car so i brought the adaptor.
maybe i have o.c.d. ! :

killerbmotorsport

We recommend not using an adapter because it creates more opportunities for leaks. We DO recommend using a gauge with a setable warning light or buzzer so you still have the safety the OEM light provides. In fact, we recommend setting the warning light/buzzer to 1bar (minimum factory spec for oil pressure at idle) NOT the .1bar that triggers the OEM sensor/light. This way you can see prblems before they may happen compared to the factory light that often comes on where there's NO oil flow, not low oil flow.

alcazar

iTrader: (2)

The above post is the definitive answer.

Edited to say: unfortunately, some senders I've seen recently are FAR too big to fit without an adaptor.