Water temperature gauge sensor install ?
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Water temperature gauge sensor install ?
I have an after market water temperature gauge with the electrical sensor. Would it be accurate if installed in a Tee at this location?? Also does anyone happen to know the inside diameter of this hose?? Thanks.
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look here:
http://dieselmanor.com/diy/Ford_water73.htm
It is really nice that they have the info posted even if you do not get the gauges from them.
http://dieselmanor.com/diy/Ford_water73.htm
It is really nice that they have the info posted even if you do not get the gauges from them.
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Originally Posted by Tenn01PSD350
I don't think this will work because I don't believe there is continuous coolant flow there.
Probably wouldn't be very accurate for a temp signal being in a rubber line hooked to a plastic tank.
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Update!!!!
Well got it installed, but on the interstate at 70 mph it will only read a max of 180*. Aren't these trucks suppose to be running around 200* Is there another way of checking the temperature to see if the sensor is getting enough heat and if so if it's accurate? I've owned the truck for about a year with absolutely no heating or cooling problems. It puts out great heat into the cab on cold mornings. Thanks again and any input is appreciated
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It may be reading correctly, especially considering where you are and the time of year. These cooling systems were made for hauling the load and do a good job. Especially in the fall. If you are unhappy with the results, you have two options:
1: An IR gauge pointed at the sender to verify the reading.
2: Put the sender in boiling water and verify the readout.
As for the continuous flow through the hose to the overflow tank, I will have to look into that. I've not noticed that and thought the reservoir was more of a recovery/expansion tank. Would never dream of arguing with Cookie though. He's been fooling with this far longer than I have.
Edit: 180* is plenty warm for blowing warm air into the passenger compartment.
1: An IR gauge pointed at the sender to verify the reading.
2: Put the sender in boiling water and verify the readout.
As for the continuous flow through the hose to the overflow tank, I will have to look into that. I've not noticed that and thought the reservoir was more of a recovery/expansion tank. Would never dream of arguing with Cookie though. He's been fooling with this far longer than I have.
Edit: 180* is plenty warm for blowing warm air into the passenger compartment.
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Thanks for the quick response Tenn. Maybe the more appropiate question would be, should I install a 203/205* thermostat? Don't remember which temp is right that I read before. What does this do for the 7.3 and is it necessary?
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Do you still have the stock thermostat? I believe they open fully at 190 degrees, but begins to open sooner than that. And, the cooling system on our trucks is very, very good. If it's really cold outside, your coolant temp may not be getting much hotter than that. Dieselsite sells a 203 degree thermostat that is supposed to help get the truck up to the temp where it's designed to run.
Edit: Tenn beat me to it. 203 is correct. Read here for more info -
http://www.dieselsite.com/index.asp?...ROD&ProdID=186
Edit: Tenn beat me to it. 203 is correct. Read here for more info -
http://www.dieselsite.com/index.asp?...ROD&ProdID=186
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I think your right jt. I can sit here all week wondering if it's ok. That's what I'll do, then at least that part will be good. Just curious, what does the extra heat range do for the 7.3??
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Well, diesel's run most efficiently around 200* and the stock 195* thermostat just won't let it get to that temp. By changing to the higher 203* thermostat, those extra degrees will help ensure a more complete combustion, and some benefits can include better fuel economy, less smoke, lower EGT's, and sometimes a little extra power.
