EGT probe
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EGT probe
Ok, I ordered an Edge Evolution from Jody at DP, it arrived Friday. Mounting it and plugging everything in seems very simple. Not sure if I want to do the drilling in my exhaust manifold though. What questions should I ask of the shop regarding placement of the probe and how much should expect to pay??
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Rod
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Rod
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Drilling and tapping the exhaust manifold took me 2 minutes tops the first time I did it. There's nothing to worry about. Use a few smaller drill bits to step up in size, and use a 1/8 NPT tap and you're done. The final drill bit is a size "R" or 21/64". Crawl under the truck and look at the driver's side rear of the engine. You'll see a perfect spot you can reach to drill for the pyro.
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Don't forget to lube the tap real well when you get to that part. I just used WD-40 (also squirted some on the drill bit). When you start the tap, go in a little, then back out. Squirt some lube. Go in a little more, then back out. You'll get the idea. I've tapped before, so it wasn't that big of deal for me. Don't run the tap all the way through either. As you get further in, take it back out and trial fit the adapter. I did mine in the up-pipe which I think was probably a little easier than the manifold. Here's what mine looks like:
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Thanks for all the replies. Guess I will try to do it today if the temp gets above freezing. My garage isn't large enough to pull the truck inside. Will also depend on the winds out here in Western Kansas. Thanks again.
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Originally Posted by lappir
Thanks for all the replies. Guess I will try to do it today if the temp gets above freezing. My garage isn't large enough to pull the truck inside. Will also depend on the winds out here in Western Kansas. Thanks again.
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i had the same problem 8x7 foot door just isnt big enough..cap lights just fit under and mirrors just wouldnt do it..took a chain saw cut the door out to 12x10..she goes in now...
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