sbc swap, first start oil gushing from valve cover

[MrSony]

Run the lines for the gauges through a grommet in the fire wall. Don't kink or bend the temp gauge cable more than about 45 degrees because it can break internally then you'll need a new gauge. Use copper line for the oil pressure gauge. Route it away from getting pinched behind the valve covers and the firewall.

 

[MrSony]

Don't make it tight either, leave some slack in the oil line. Coil it up, don't cut it. It's really soft stuff so you'll just end up crushing the line.

 

[pontiacgp]

or use electric gauges, less expensive, easier to install and fine for daily drivers

 

[airboatgreg]

I don't know. it may be like in the iconic movie Gumball Rally when he ripped the rear view mirror off and stated
"What is behind me is of no concern"

 

[airboatgreg]

Gauges are cheap. If nothing else an idiot light