Can someone give me some direction for installing a trans temp gauge? Do I need to install a sensor, since I already see that there is a light on the dash for the trans temp?

 

You need a temp sensor and a temp gauge.

 

Get one of these too. The 3/8th's version. http://dieselmanor.com/dm_products/FTG-MFD.asp

 

+1 i bought this for mine and it worked like a charm.

the servo port trick doesnt relay accurate readings

 

i just bought this package http://www.summitracing.com/parts/PRM-10677/
im about to install it as soon as i get a day off.
it has a guage and aux tranny filter.

i think it was a good price for $90. i was looking for trans temp gauges and they run anywhere from $40-80.

 

I really like that vs drilling into the pan like most websites suggest. Thanks everyone for the opinions.

 

Well actually, you should install a drain plug atleast into the pan.