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mattcrp1 · 02-14-2015, 11:11 AM

Hi all, I have been trying to figure a way to install my factory temp sender for the dash in my '76 with out being to intrusive. I tried to turn down a sender and cut threads into it and the sender was to thin. I don't want to drill and tap the head or the water pump, but I remembered that some ford products had a temp sender/switch in the heater hose like this one pictured. I figured I could cut the tube, flare the end and install it in line. Anyone have pro/con's about going this way?

Thanks,

Matt

02-14-2015, 11:11 AM	#1
mattcrp1 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mountain House, CA Posts: 555	Coolant temp sender idea Hi all, I have been trying to figure a way to install my factory temp sender for the dash in my '76 with out being to intrusive. I tried to turn down a sender and cut threads into it and the sender was to thin. I don't want to drill and tap the head or the water pump, but I remembered that some ford products had a temp sender/switch in the heater hose like this one pictured. I figured I could cut the tube, flare the end and install it in line. Anyone have pro/con's about going this way? Thanks, Matt Attached Images __________________ My Chevy habit is paid for by Ford diesels... Here is my SLOW LS install: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...55#post6456355 Caliper Rebuild: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=613748 Upper Control Arm Bushings: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=616974 IG mattcrp1 Last edited by mattcrp1; 02-14-2015 at 11:31 AM.