Tranny Temp Gauge

[knightrider2000]

Does anyone know how to go about installing an aftermarket Tranny Temp Gauge, i am not looking for replacing the whole instrument panel right now, just adding a gauge, to be mounted under dash.  Is thier a wire that i could just tie into, i have read that the wiring is already their for the sensor.

Thanks

Matt G.

[NewbieZ71]

Welcome to the site Knightrider.....I dont know the answer but I am sure someone will be along shortly to help you out....weekends can be a little slow!!!

(Edited by NewbieZ71 at 9:50 pm on Aug. 26, 2001)

[Kansas Kid]

I'm not 100% sure, but you probably won't be able to get a useable signal from the wiring that is already in place.  It will be calibrated to the stock gauge, not an aftermarket one.  Like I said, I'm not sure about this.  Maybe someone will know for sure.

It would probably be easier to just order a tranny temp gauge and kit, since you don't want to replace the gauge cluster at this time.

[Stepside Z]

Knightrider,

Welcome to the forum. I know this is not the answer you are looking for but I replaced the cluster. It was the easiest way to go because it was just plug-in and go. PM me if you want the details.

[knightrider2000]

Kansas Kid,

Where would be a good place to order a gauge and kit from?

Matt G.

[Kansas Kid]

This site is pretty well known for having good customer service and products.  They have several companies you can choose from.

http://www.dieselpage.com/bnkmount.htm

The also have a installation page with some pointers on installing a tranny temp gauge.

http://www.dieselpage.com/gitt.htm

[knightrider2000]

Ok thanks i will give it a look

Matt G.

[BIG BLUE]

You could use the pillar mount type, then for the wiring  just take out the pressure test port plug on the left side of the case and screw the sender in there (already tapped 1/8PT just like the sender). This puts the sensor in the flow before the torque converter (right after the pump, in fact) and gives a very accurate operating temperature; the temp at the cooler line is misleading IMHO. The case makes the ground; just run a wire (carefully routed) up to the gauge and wire it per mfg. instructions.  Depends on the mfg. of course but that is an alternative.

Good Luck,

BIG BLUE

[knightrider2000]

Is that on the left side of the pan?  i didnt see any testing ports thier.. also would i have to drain my fluid to install the sending unit?

[knightrider2000]

Sorry about the typo..  i ment to say would i have to drain my fluid..

Matt G.