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http://www.autodynamic.com/detail.as...ID=AC-GS-AW07x
bump... just want to make sure this is the right one before i order.Originally Posted by marksae
Here's the direct link:http://www.autodynamic.com/detail.as...ID=AC-GS-AW07x
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Bumping an old thread with a question...
Is taping into the upper radiator hose the best solution for monitoring temperature? Coolant doesn't flow through the radiator unless the t-stat opens, so wouldn't it be better to tap into a cooling line that sees the engine coolant temp and not the temp after the thermostat? I mean, I understand that once the t-stat opens that the whole system should be the same temp, but if your t-stat fails and gets stuck shut, your gauge won't read properly. Should you tap into the small line that goes to/from the throttle body with a smaller adaptor instead?
- Steve
Is taping into the upper radiator hose the best solution for monitoring temperature? Coolant doesn't flow through the radiator unless the t-stat opens, so wouldn't it be better to tap into a cooling line that sees the engine coolant temp and not the temp after the thermostat? I mean, I understand that once the t-stat opens that the whole system should be the same temp, but if your t-stat fails and gets stuck shut, your gauge won't read properly. Should you tap into the small line that goes to/from the throttle body with a smaller adaptor instead?
- Steve
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You bring up a good point Steve. I guess you can rely on the stock water temp needle to verify your aftermarket gauge's accuracy.
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I guess I'm just going to tap mine at the throttle body... shorter wires and a hidden sensor that way anyway...
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Damn wish I saw this a few days ago....I just bought one here used and it came out to be a few dollars more with shipping, than one new with shipping!
Oh well!
Its all good
Oh well!
Its all good
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Is taping into the upper radiator hose the best solution for monitoring temperature? Coolant doesn't flow through the radiator unless the t-stat opens, so wouldn't it be better to tap into a cooling line that sees the engine coolant temp and not the temp after the thermostat? I mean, I understand that once the t-stat opens that the whole system should be the same temp, but if your t-stat fails and gets stuck shut, your gauge won't read properly. Should you tap into the small line that goes to/from the throttle body with a smaller adaptor instead?
- Steve
i never realized i didn't come back and bump this when i did it. I didn't use the device above.Originally Posted by SuperHatch
Bumping an old thread with a question...Is taping into the upper radiator hose the best solution for monitoring temperature? Coolant doesn't flow through the radiator unless the t-stat opens, so wouldn't it be better to tap into a cooling line that sees the engine coolant temp and not the temp after the thermostat? I mean, I understand that once the t-stat opens that the whole system should be the same temp, but if your t-stat fails and gets stuck shut, your gauge won't read properly. Should you tap into the small line that goes to/from the throttle body with a smaller adaptor instead?
- Steve
Our turbos are water cooled/heated. Took me a little to believe it, but water is always circulating to them. At the point where it leaves the head, i put in a T, and my sensor. If someone reminds me, i'll take a picture when i get home after the first of the year. Works great, you see the temp the turbo sees, which isn't the hottest, i agree, but a good place to be checking it.
Normal driving, oviously warmup to around 180, then even in beating it on track, i'm seeing just over 200 (max) and a normal 195 during/right at the end of a session.
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Is taping into the upper radiator hose the best solution for monitoring temperature? Coolant doesn't flow through the radiator unless the t-stat opens, so wouldn't it be better to tap into a cooling line that sees the engine coolant temp and not the temp after the thermostat? I mean, I understand that once the t-stat opens that the whole system should be the same temp, but if your t-stat fails and gets stuck shut, your gauge won't read properly. Should you tap into the small line that goes to/from the throttle body with a smaller adaptor instead?
- Steve
Originally Posted by SuperHatch
Bumping an old thread with a question...Is taping into the upper radiator hose the best solution for monitoring temperature? Coolant doesn't flow through the radiator unless the t-stat opens, so wouldn't it be better to tap into a cooling line that sees the engine coolant temp and not the temp after the thermostat? I mean, I understand that once the t-stat opens that the whole system should be the same temp, but if your t-stat fails and gets stuck shut, your gauge won't read properly. Should you tap into the small line that goes to/from the throttle body with a smaller adaptor instead?
- Steve
Isnt the factory sender located in the thermostat housing???? Question is, is it located before or after the thermostat opening/closing.
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Good question, I'll check....
However, there is a small weep hole in the t-stat housing that allows a very small amount of fluid to get by while the t-stat is closed. The reason for this hole is to allow air out of the engine block while filling the system, but it might be just enough to allow hot coolant to get to the temp sensor as well if it is close enough.
- Steve
However, there is a small weep hole in the t-stat housing that allows a very small amount of fluid to get by while the t-stat is closed. The reason for this hole is to allow air out of the engine block while filling the system, but it might be just enough to allow hot coolant to get to the temp sensor as well if it is close enough.
- Steve
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The temp sensor is on the hot side of the thermostat.... right where it should be.
- Steve
- Steve
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Great, I am just going to "T" off the factory unit or drill and tap into the thermostat housing right next to it.
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guys, am i missing something, why drill into anything? the turbo has water flowing to it all the time, no issues at all. Simply buy the right size T and adapters and it's cake. Give me a few more days ( i get home tues) and i'll take a pic, it's really the easiest thing ever. no drilling, no bad readings, etc.
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Originally Posted by WarmPepsi
guys, am i missing something, why drill into anything? the turbo has water flowing to it all the time, no issues at all. Simply buy the right size T and adapters and it's cake. Give me a few more days ( i get home tues) and i'll take a pic, it's really the easiest thing ever. no drilling, no bad readings, etc.
Well dammit Pepsi I'm waiting on you. LMAO
Until then I'll sit back and have a cold coke .....cuz thats all we have in Iraq right now. bwhahahahaha
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haha. If you can find an engine bay pic, it's real easy to show you where and how it's done, but i don't have any (away from normal computer).
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I can wait, I wont see my engine bay for another 3 weeks or so anyway.