Manifold Pressure Gauge Intermittent

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UncleSpud
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Manifold Pressure Gauge Intermittent

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My MP gauge is failing on me intermittently. My A&P says a new sensor is $1,700.00
Anyone have any suggestions??
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Re: Manifold Pressure Gauge Intermittent

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I once had this issue. My A&P added a small filter into the MP air line. fixed.
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Re: Manifold Pressure Gauge Intermittent

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I had the same ... it was a drop of oil/water in the line. Cleaned and since then OK.
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