Fuel injection is undoubtedly one of the greatest automotive innovations when it comes to practicality and reliability. First brought to prominence by the gorgeous Mercedes 300 SL ‘Gullwing’ in the 1950s, by the 1990s it had all but completely taken over from the carburetor, largely relegating the repetitive sound of a car trying to start on a choke to the domain of classics.
It’s a system that’s unquestionably led to a huge leap in usability in modern cars, but that doesn’t mean it’s faultless. If a fuel pump isn’t running a high enough pressure, it can lead to all sorts of detrimental and potentially damaging effects to your car’s performance, but before you jump headfirst into sourcing a replacement, it’s always worth checking to ensure it’s the source of the issue.
For home mechanics, that’s where you need a good fuel injection testing kit like Clarke’s CHT713. Priced at just £32.99, this handy kit has everything a professional or a skilled home tinkerer needs to test the pressure of a modern fuel injection system.
It’s designed to work with almost all systems that use the common Schrader type valve, and comes with a wide range of fittings and adaptors for different systems. Each has a safety valve and quick coupling system, too, preventing high-pressure fuel from spraying out and ruining your clothes. Meanwhile, a pressure release valve and drain hose ensure the safe, clean recovery of fuel.
A clear and accurate reading is ensured by the large analogue gauge providing figures in both psi and bar, complete with a convenient hanging hook. It’s all bundled up in a sturdy, convenient carry case too, so it can easily be stored when not in use. We think all this makes it a must-have for anyone working on a modern fuel-injected vehicle.
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