Dcturbo Neutral Newbie July 24, 2006 Share July 24, 2006 Hi all Just wanna some of your input with regards to the above. I'm planning to install the above but may I ask are there any implications or unforseen difficulties that may arise from installing the gauge? I was being told that the temp sensor will be tapped @ the exhaust/manifold and that it'll be drilled to accomodate the sensor. Thanks for your inputs. Cheers ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saabretooth 2nd Gear July 24, 2006 Share July 24, 2006 just want to check, why do we need exhaust temp gauge? I am assuming oil pressure, engine oil temp and boost is more than enough? Thanks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeobh 4th Gear July 24, 2006 Share July 24, 2006 The exhaust pipe or muffle are make of thin sheet metal and therefore don't have enough thickness for threading To hold the sensor properly the mechanic need to use a steel sleeve and rivet it into the drilled hole on the exhaust pipe or muffler.The sleeve is normally with 18mm or 12mm spark plug thread tap Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbonetics 2nd Gear July 25, 2006 Share July 25, 2006 yes,the extractor need to be drilled to install the sensor and then weld them together... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwoon 1st Gear July 25, 2006 Share July 25, 2006 (edited) Depends on where you want to monitor the temperature. Of course the closer to the extractor, the more accurate it'll be of the exhaust gas. (Also hotter). If you're driving a TC car.... some of these pipes already have bungs for you to attach the sensor. If that's the case, then no need to drill and weld on a bung. Edited July 25, 2006 by Dwoon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlantis_boi Clutched July 25, 2006 Share July 25, 2006 yes,the extractor need to be drilled to install the sensor and then weld them together... Drill extractor? I tot the sensor is always placed near the exhaust tip area. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stivo Neutral Newbie July 25, 2006 Share July 25, 2006 Usually before the CAT, straight after your headers!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dcturbo Neutral Newbie July 25, 2006 Author Share July 25, 2006 Where would you all recommend doing? Places like Jeep Chee, Fong Kim or Man Ext? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlantis_boi Clutched July 25, 2006 Share July 25, 2006 Oic Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanzy Clutched July 25, 2006 Share July 25, 2006 That's for the O2 sensor. Exhaust temp is to be placed as close to the cylinder as possible. That means on the extractor, as close to the block as possible. Preferably, on the extractor coming from the cylinder seeing highest temperature. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeobh 4th Gear July 26, 2006 Share July 26, 2006 Hear of them but never have the chance to use thier service. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stivo Neutral Newbie July 26, 2006 Share July 26, 2006 true!! but to force fit on our headers using welding isn't a great idea as well... i suggest get the headers ported and at the same time look for a suitable position Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbonetics 2nd Gear July 28, 2006 Share July 28, 2006 yes,the extractor need to be drilled to install the sensor and then weld them together... Drill extractor? I tot the sensor is always placed near the exhaust tip area. mine is at the extractor... shd be more accurate since its nearer to the port... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paffendorf Neutral Newbie July 28, 2006 Share July 28, 2006 Exhaust temp is alway hot ..so no point to install...better install..Oil Temp etc... ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In NowRelated Discussions
Related Discussions
Lower your car interior temp when parking in the hot SUN
Lower your car interior temp when parking in the hot SUN
Bringing you premium engine oils, interesting car parts, and in-depth car repair services - Auto 101
Bringing you premium engine oils, interesting car parts, and in-depth car repair services - Auto 101
Carbon monoxide poisoning misdiagnosed as lymphoma
Carbon monoxide poisoning misdiagnosed as lymphoma
Advice on exhaust.
Advice on exhaust.
Ford invents retractable exhausts
Ford invents retractable exhausts
Exhaust Welding job, MAN, Jeep Chee or Fong Kim
Exhaust Welding job, MAN, Jeep Chee or Fong Kim
LTA Check - catalytic converter/exhaust
LTA Check - catalytic converter/exhaust
Anyone letting go HKS exhaust or FUJI with cert(ZC21)
Anyone letting go HKS exhaust or FUJI with cert(ZC21)