Ok just got my trans gauge today. its sweet!!! heres the link to the gauge.
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku
ok so my question is how to properly tie this in to the transmission? ive searched on two forums but couldnt really find how to do it properly. it came with a sending unit, is this all i need? or do i nee something else too? please help i dont want to spend a $100 for someone to install it...

 

here some pics of the setup



anybody have any advice??? i really dont want to go to a shop to install it...

 

Heres some advice. Get rid of it, and give it to me. If anything, the pod looks great! Make me want to get a pillar pod, and put a clock in it!!!!

 

haha no i want to keep it!!! and for the pod check cl!!!

 

You need to decide if you want the sending unit in the pan or on the supply or return line.

I prefer the pan, but I (the trans shop, actually ) have had a horrible time getting the pan back on without leaks.
My trans shop recommended against putting it in the return line because he thinks Dodges are sensitive to the added restriction the T fitting and sensor adds.

 

I would suggest either a manifold to put in-line with the pressure side of the transmission cooling lines or a new transmission pan with the optional hole for mounting the sending unit. Manifold option is cheaper ~$40...other people may have other suggestions.

 

yea ill probably get the manifold. do you have a link where you got yours? this isnt something i can do myself? lol

 

The easiest way to do it is to hook it up to the test port right on the tranny, It's already drilled and tapped and it will give you the temp at the valve body. You'll need two addition pieces to do it this way- autometer 3280 1/8 to 1/16 adapter, and an
autometer 2259 temp sender. You can get these through summit for under $30 delivered. The adapter threads right into the test port on your tranny and the new sender will screw right into the adapter. You need the new sender because your existing sender will be too long for the adapter.

 

thanks frog. can i get those parts at my local auto parts store or just online??

 

I'll bet your local place can get them because they're autometer parts, but they won't be on the shelf.