i just bought an autometer boost gauge and i am planning to do the vent install without the ring instead using screws to hold it in place. however i am having one hell of a time trying to take the vent assembeley, apart does anyone anyone know of a how to or can someone explain to me how the thing comes apart. much thanks

 

I used the clothes pin method. You take the clothes pins apart and then carefully put them in the slot between the two housings. Take a small hammer or whatever you have handy and slowly tap on each one going around in a circle. Thats how I did it if that helps at all.

 

I used2 flatheadscrewdrivers to pry it apart. I also had to get a flashlight in there to see how the barbs grabbed. It took a bit of work, and I thought it was going to break - i couldn't break it.

The vent ring will fall off so dont worry, you didn't break it (i hope). It actually glues back on.

 

It really is a matter of grunt and finesse. Clothes pins, screwdrivers,, keep prying and eventually you'll dislodge the barbs/tangs that hold together. It seems you'll break it, but it's pretty tough. Once you get it apart, it will seem apparent.

 

Yea I dont think you can break it, and yes the chrome ring will fall off but it glues back on.

 

thanks guys got it off and went to the hardwear store for three alan head screws i dont know why people by the rings for 30 cuz the screws were less than a buck and fit perfect

 

i just hope you dont crack the gauge housing, then you will have a dead gauge. Please tell me that you used flat tips and not pointed to hold it in place.

 

I simply saw no point in buying a vent ring that would restrict airflow more with extra flat edges. To me, this just made sense.

 

ya flat edges alan head screws and the autometer i used had a fard plasic cover you could bolt over the housing so the screws arnt even touching the housing it is all done and works great pics up tomorrow