Head Temp Sensor for 1975 1.8, things went a bit wrong???help |
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Head Temp Sensor for 1975 1.8, things went a bit wrong???help |
yellow914 |
Jul 23 2008, 05:42 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 183 Joined: 28-March 08 From: San Jose, CA Member No.: 8,861 Region Association: Northern California |
I was changing my Head temp sensor yesterday and discovered that some of the rear threads on the old one were stripped!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Now if I can get the new one to thread in:
First Question: If it doesn't thread all ther way in, will it cause sensor issues? Second Question: How do I get the friggin thing to thread with that wire sticking out of the back! Third: I think I already know...Will I have to drop the engine out to re-tap it worse case senario? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Thanks Scott |
Cap'n Krusty |
Jul 23 2008, 06:06 PM
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Cap'n Krusty Group: Members Posts: 10,794 Joined: 24-June 04 From: Santa Maria, CA Member No.: 2,246 Region Association: Central California |
Good answer, as far as it goes. However, you must remember that you can only tap metal that is there, and the metal you need to tap is on the old sensor. I suggest a timesert of the appropriate size and length. Much easier with the tin out of the way.
The Cap'n |
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