temp gauge

[wadeo5247]

Hey I bought a new mechanical temp gauge for my cj7 (304) and it wont fit in the factory hole, my buddy said I can drill and tap the manifold, is this right if so where at, or do I have some more options. Thanks in advance

 

[7D8CJ]

I would say you have the wrong temp sender. Make it easy on yourself and get the right one. Try the stock one and see if it works.

 

[wadeo5247]

I believe the factory one does work however the gauge is totally busted and useless, I also have elec. fans that I have to turn on manually so that's why I'm wanting to go with a mech. gauge plus it will give me accurate actual numbers

 

[shortbus]

go to napa, look at the brass fittings, sellect the one or ones you need, install, whalla! temp gauge.

 

[mtnwhlr]

So what you are saying is that the hole is to small? When I did this on the 454 IN my truck I used one of the drain plugs on the side of the block. you might want to try that.