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> Gauge in center console hole - different size, Quick and dirty tip
Rand
post May 5 2006, 01:56 PM
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I installed a head temp gauge in my center console where the clock used to be. (Got a good deal at CB Performance.)

But there are two common sizes (3 1/8 or 2 1/16), neither of which fit the factory hole in the center console. I didn't want to cut the console, so I went with the smaller size.

My solution was readily available at Trekkor's favorite supply house. Picked up a short piece of ABS pipe at Home Depot. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

Cut a sleeve the length of the gauge body. It fits perfectly over the gauge. Put a little bit of black tape in between to snug it up. Then the combo fits perfectly in the stock hole.


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post May 5 2006, 02:01 PM
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Nice touch ! Can you explain a little about the installation of the sender.
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post May 5 2006, 02:05 PM
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The sender is just a ring that fits around a spark plug. I installed it under #3. Came with a long set of wires... fed them through the firewall and center tunnel and cut to length.** Piece o' cake.

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**[EDIT - actually did not cut - coiled up the excess like you are supposed to! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) ]
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post May 5 2006, 04:21 PM
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If you noticed on the install instructions it said not to cut the length of the wires from the sender to the gauge.
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post May 5 2006, 05:00 PM
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Good catch StratPlayer....
The funny thing is I actually did note that and did NOT cut the wires!!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
Geez... It's been a while since I did this. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif) I remembered the wires being extra long but forgot that I actually wrapped up the excess and left it in a bundle behind the panel...


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post May 5 2006, 05:05 PM
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If you actually read the instructions it says not to wrap up the excess and leave it in a bundle behind the panel... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif)

So, that's 2 1/16th then? I want to mount my GT Gas gauge on the radio filler plate and I was thinking that and JB Weld oughta hold it for a while... cover with basket weave and away we go.
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post May 5 2006, 05:06 PM
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QUOTE(Eric_Shea @ May 5 2006, 04:05 PM) *

If you actually read the instructions it says not to wrap up the excess and leave it in a bundle behind the panel... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif)

So, that's 2 1/16th then? I want to mount my GT Gas gauge on the radio filler plate and I was thinking that and JB Weld oughta hold it for a while... cover with basket weave and away we go.


(IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) Well actually now that I think about it, I wrapped the excess around the steering wheel. Don't have the photo, so you'll have to take my word for it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)

Dude, if you cover it with basketweave it will be really hard to read! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)

Yup, 2 1/16.
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post May 5 2006, 05:24 PM
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QUOTE(Eric_Shea @ May 5 2006, 04:05 PM) *

If you actually read the instructions it says not to wrap up the excess and leave it in a bundle behind the panel... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif)


That's right! You have to either move the engine to the rear 3 or 4 feet, or extend the chassis by welding in a section. The Cap'n
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post May 5 2006, 05:26 PM
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Cool idea, I was thinking black rubber hose, but I like this better

I really need to install my console and get a CHT guage.
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post May 5 2006, 07:42 PM
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Get busy with that plasma cutter!!
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post May 5 2006, 08:18 PM
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The old 914 gauges were 2 1/8....the new ones will fit and usually come with a reducer ring to fit the older holes...or you can use 100 mph tape like you did....
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post May 5 2006, 08:21 PM
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QUOTE(Cap'n Krusty @ May 5 2006, 04:24 PM) *

QUOTE(Eric_Shea @ May 5 2006, 04:05 PM) *

If you actually read the instructions it says not to wrap up the excess and leave it in a bundle behind the panel... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif)


That's right! You have to either move the engine to the rear 3 or 4 feet, or extend the chassis by welding in a section. The Cap'n


You mean all that's available now is the CHT setup for a 914 Limo? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol2.gif)
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post May 5 2006, 09:42 PM
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Thanks. The ring that goes under the plug has one wire running to the gauge; how does it measure temp ?
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post May 5 2006, 09:50 PM
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The was a thread on that topic a while back. Do a search for CHT and you'll get the answer. I remember reading about how it measures tempature.
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post May 5 2006, 10:50 PM
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QUOTE(jim_hoyland @ May 5 2006, 08:42 PM) *

Thanks. The ring that goes under the plug has one wire running to the gauge; how does it measure temp ?


Actually there are two wires inside that sheath. What you don't see in that photo is the red and black wires emerging from the sheath and going into the connector.
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post May 6 2006, 03:46 AM
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This is probbly the Dumb A-- Ques. of the day!!
Why a CHT on just one head,why not both. I know the #3 cly thing,and uneven air flow over both heads ,so why not one on each bank? Dave
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post May 6 2006, 07:43 AM
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