Trans cooler and temp guage install
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Where did you purchase the guages? I've been looking for one at local stores, but can't seem to find one under $60. Also, what is the temperature range on the guage? I would like one that starts at around 100 F, but has a large enough sweep so you can get a fairly precise reading.
The previous owner put a large cooler with 10 tubes on my truck after he blew up the original tranny. I do some light towing and would like to know what my temps are running. I'm sure they are fine, but I would still like to know the range. I priced a pillar (pod) guage holder at a local store yesterday, they wanted $110 for the part, it did not include the guage. I nearly fell over when the guy told me the price. I can't see spending that much for what is basically a piece of molded plastic. I like the location, since it is visible but out of the way.
The previous owner put a large cooler with 10 tubes on my truck after he blew up the original tranny. I do some light towing and would like to know what my temps are running. I'm sure they are fine, but I would still like to know the range. I priced a pillar (pod) guage holder at a local store yesterday, they wanted $110 for the part, it did not include the guage. I nearly fell over when the guy told me the price. I can't see spending that much for what is basically a piece of molded plastic. I like the location, since it is visible but out of the way.
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RE: Trans cooler and temp guage install
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Where did you purchase the guages? I've been looking for one at local stores, but can't seem to find one under $60. Also, what is the temperature range on the guage? I would like one that starts at around 100 F, but has a large enough sweep so you can get a fairly precise reading.
The previous owner put a large cooler with 10 tubes on my truck after he blew up the original tranny. I do some light towing and would like to know what my temps are running. I'm sure they are fine, but I would still like to know the range. I priced a pillar (pod) guage holder at a local store yesterday, they wanted $110 for the part, it did not include the guage. I nearly fell over when the guy told me the price. I can't see spending that much for what is basically a piece of molded plastic. I like the location, since it is visible but out of the way. I might have to try making one out of a piece of oak and see if I can get it to to fit against the pillar. With some stain, it would look better than the fake wood grain decal that you get with some of the guages.
Where did you purchase the guages? I've been looking for one at local stores, but can't seem to find one under $60. Also, what is the temperature range on the guage? I would like one that starts at around 100 F, but has a large enough sweep so you can get a fairly precise reading.
The previous owner put a large cooler with 10 tubes on my truck after he blew up the original tranny. I do some light towing and would like to know what my temps are running. I'm sure they are fine, but I would still like to know the range. I priced a pillar (pod) guage holder at a local store yesterday, they wanted $110 for the part, it did not include the guage. I nearly fell over when the guy told me the price. I can't see spending that much for what is basically a piece of molded plastic. I like the location, since it is visible but out of the way. I might have to try making one out of a piece of oak and see if I can get it to to fit against the pillar. With some stain, it would look better than the fake wood grain decal that you get with some of the guages.
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RE: Trans cooler and temp guage install
Nice setup!
You should paint you gauge pod to match the a-pillar. Cans of interior paint, matched to interior color codes, can be gotten at most Chrysler dealers. I did that when I installed my a-pillar grab handle so it would look like it came that way.
You should paint you gauge pod to match the a-pillar. Cans of interior paint, matched to interior color codes, can be gotten at most Chrysler dealers. I did that when I installed my a-pillar grab handle so it would look like it came that way.
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RE: Trans cooler and temp guage install
yeah its painted now. I dont have any updated pics.
It wasnt that far off in color to begin with but for some reason the flash on the camera made it lighter.
It wasnt that far off in color to begin with but for some reason the flash on the camera made it lighter.
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It is an Autometer gauge I got from Summit. The range of the gauge I am using is 100-250 (see pic).
It is an Autometer gauge I got from Summit. The range of the gauge I am using is 100-250 (see pic).
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RE: Trans cooler and temp guage install
hey, check this out on ebay!
8045361987
same shop has also dual or triple pillar pod much more cheaper!
I would buy a trans/engine oil/vacuum kit but my credit card is quite empty now [:@][&o]
8045361987
same shop has also dual or triple pillar pod much more cheaper!
I would buy a trans/engine oil/vacuum kit but my credit card is quite empty now [:@][&o]