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Whats Involved In Using an Aftermarket Temp. Guage?

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Old Oct 21, 2005 | 09:12 AM
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Whats Involved In Using an Aftermarket Temp. Guage?

I really want a different temp guage and was wondering what I need to make it work. Thanks.
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Old Oct 21, 2005 | 09:39 AM
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You need to install a temp sender and wire it up to the gauge, there are threads regarding the placement of the sender around if you search.
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Old Oct 21, 2005 | 09:49 AM
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Could I use the stock temp sender?
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Old Oct 21, 2005 | 10:02 AM
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The stock temp sender may or may not be calibrated correctly for your particular gauge. Its recommended to use the sender that comes with your new gauge.
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Old Oct 21, 2005 | 10:07 AM
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Oh, I didnt know the sender came with the guage. What is the best place for me to put the new sender.
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Old Oct 21, 2005 | 10:27 AM
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In place of the stock sender would be a good start.
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Old Oct 21, 2005 | 10:39 AM
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Fifth hit on a search for "water temp sensor location":


https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showthread.php?t=460782

A little farther down:
https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showthread.php?t=430129

Down a few more:
https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showthread.php?t=361879
https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showthread.php?t=327557
https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showthread.php?t=308004
https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showthread.php?t=137824

Are we learning yet?
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Old Oct 21, 2005 | 10:39 AM
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I didnt learn a thing..

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Old Oct 21, 2005 | 10:43 AM
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Well, I'm hoping that the original poster will get it...
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Old Oct 22, 2005 | 11:24 AM
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I searched with different words.
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Old Oct 22, 2005 | 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Aaron Cake
Well, I'm hoping that the original poster will get it...
Maybe someone could take a pic of their setup to help the guy out.Picture is always worth a thousand words.
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Old Oct 22, 2005 | 09:40 PM
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I put mine right before the Tstat. more work but better readings

http://members.shaw.ca/redrx7/DSC07407.JPG
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Old Oct 25, 2005 | 02:36 PM
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Thanks
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