Coolant temp gauge
Cargo Master
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From: Florida
Originally Posted by LAWNMOWER MAN
by the way the autometer part # is 7557 it is 16x1.5 mm
is this the adapter?
http://autometer.com/cat_accessoriesdetail.aspx?vid=58
could not find the 7557 it pulled up a phantom 2 trans temp gauge. as i am installing an ultra lite 2 electrical water temp gauge. and i would like to place the sender in the location you specified
Last edited by raptor131; Aug 3, 2006 at 06:24 PM.
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The adapter has an "O" ring so no you don't need tape, I finally installed mine it was easy just need two hands one to remove plug and the other to be ready to put over hole to stop coolant then quickly install the new adapter. Install the sensor into the adapter first, you will need teflon tape for this. My fan comes on at about 200 degrees.
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well i ordered the part it should be in this afternoon, the summit site has a better description of the part
Auto Meter Metric Adapters
Fitting, Metric Adapter, Oil Pressure, 1/ 8 in. NPT Female to 16mm x 1.5 Male, Each
http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...=KeywordSearch
Auto Meter Metric Adapters
Fitting, Metric Adapter, Oil Pressure, 1/ 8 in. NPT Female to 16mm x 1.5 Male, Each
http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...=KeywordSearch
Last edited by raptor131; Aug 4, 2006 at 08:39 AM.
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i would like to thank you all for the great info. as it helped me tremendously. especially the special adapter that you need for this install. and i also bought insulating wire loom made by thermotech part number 17063 it can also be found here. http://murraysauto.com/store/myProdu...on=3%7CCooling to insulate the wire from the exhaust manifold
it was an 8mm female hex plug not 6mm on mine. but had to use a 4 inch 1/2'' extension and universal adapter with a 8mm hex tip to reach the plug. and boy what a lake of coolant that comes out if your not quick in pluging that hole so i can see why you need to have the sender installed in the adpter first. i put teflon tape on both just in case as they recommended it. i will post some pics soon. now my temp reading is around 180 degrees unloaded
it was an 8mm female hex plug not 6mm on mine. but had to use a 4 inch 1/2'' extension and universal adapter with a 8mm hex tip to reach the plug. and boy what a lake of coolant that comes out if your not quick in pluging that hole so i can see why you need to have the sender installed in the adpter first. i put teflon tape on both just in case as they recommended it. i will post some pics soon. now my temp reading is around 180 degrees unloaded
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hey guys, i have a quick question, since your install of a secondary water temp gauge, i was wonder if you could tell me what the temp is when the stock gauge says around half, and then what your aftermarket gauge tells you the temp is when the stock gauge hit around 3/4. I think it would have been a lot more helpful if ford put some numbers on the darn gauge. thanks
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I Have Been A In The Mid 220's And My Stock Gauge Never Moved Up Fron Half Way Point I Would Reason That If Your Stock Gauge Reches 3/4 And Your Fan Has Not Come On Then You Are Headed For Trouble Just A Thought Though
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Cargo Master
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Originally Posted by 2005 Ford
hey guys, i have a quick question, since your install of a secondary water temp gauge, i was wonder if you could tell me what the temp is when the stock gauge says around half, and then what your aftermarket gauge tells you the temp is when the stock gauge hit around 3/4. I think it would have been a lot more helpful if ford put some numbers on the darn gauge. thanks
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my 6.0 has hit 3/4 several times, and has been into the dealership too many times to count for this problem. what im begining to wonder if all of this gauge movement is normal or what. the dealer told me today that the 6.0 should be running around 190-200 around town and around 220 230 when its hot outside while towing.he also said that 240 was approaching disaster. i hope its not normal for a 52,000 truck to get that hot pulling less than 5000 pounds! oh well the search continues
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how long does it take the engine to reach 180 degrees. 
this picture was taken right as i arrived at work the other day. the water temp at top just reached 180 as i pulled into the parking lot it is 9 miles from my house all stop and go traffic. i was wondering if everyones was about the same. seems odd to me that it takes that long for the engine to get up to temps. the tranny was the same thing it finally reached 160 as i pulled in
this picture was taken right as i arrived at work the other day. the water temp at top just reached 180 as i pulled into the parking lot it is 9 miles from my house all stop and go traffic. i was wondering if everyones was about the same. seems odd to me that it takes that long for the engine to get up to temps. the tranny was the same thing it finally reached 160 as i pulled in
Cargo Master
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i forgot about the gallons of coolant and gallons of oil that have to also heat up which makes me understand why these vehicles were made for long hauls and towing not as grocery getters of 2 mile trips.