Could be my sensor but mine reads 9-10 degrees cooler than what the Toyobd1 sees. I'm happy with that (even though it maybe false).
Tapped a sensor in the output of the engine (top hose). I have Trail tech.
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Tapped a sensor in the output of the engine (top hose). I have Trail tech.
Could be my sensor but mine reads 9-10 degrees cooler than what the Toyobd1 sees. I'm happy with that (even though it maybe false).
Tapped a sensor in the output of the engine (top hose). I have Trail tech.
Yes, interesting should be the other way around.
I’m pretty sure we used the same spot.
I run this Koso
I’m pretty sure we used the same spot.
I run this Koso
The 1st TOYOBD1 reading had me to replace a slew of cooling parts (Rad & cap, hoses, ECT sensor, blue fan and 15k viscosity, hood riser from Solvefunction) in an attempt to reduce my temp reading before I tapped a temp sensor to the rad hose. I then shorted the TOYOBD1 when I jumped my battery in 21'
Finally found my 2nd Toyobd1 last week and the reading was the same as the 1st Toyobd1 that i had (10deg higher)
Finally found my 2nd Toyobd1 last week and the reading was the same as the 1st Toyobd1 that i had (10deg higher)
What are you numbers ?
187⁰f is equal to 86⁰C.
This is the designed running temp with the stock thermostat I believe.
Well below the danger zone that's for sure.
Same 180F normal daily on the Koso
I do remember higher reading on the TOYOOBD1, but I have changed some stuff since then.
Probably a great addition
, it's not directly fixing a problem you seem to don't have anyway 
Went into a rabbits hole trying to improve cooling.-went over board. I didn't like seeing 210-220 during summer days driving into steep elevations.Probably a great addition
Great info on this thread. Is this the one? Sensor, Temperature, Inline Coolant Sensor, 19mm | TrailTech - https://www.trailtech.net/en-us/shop/accessories/support/vehicle-sensors/temperature-water-hose-sensors/sensor-temperature-inline-coolant-sensor-19mm/
What is used to display the sensor reading?
Yes.....But TrailTech is a motorcycle product and the info above is 19mm OD (for a motorbike). Our hoses for the 80 is 38mm size therefore the above item is too small-our radiator hose of 38mm is too big. What I did was used the sensor and the display only and bought a 38mm size barrel off Amazon. Also you have to make sure the thread size matches the sensor's threads. Something like this:
Ahh, makes sense. Thanks for the follow up, I’d like to do this.
While that’s a good solution it adds two more places for a possible coolant leak. And adds cost.
Really easy to just drill and tap a hole into the output pipe coming off the head.
First picture post# 63.
That spot looks like it was meant to have a sensor installed into it, saves cost and has a clean OEM look to it when done.
Really easy to just drill and tap a hole into the output pipe coming off the head.
First picture post# 63.
That spot looks like it was meant to have a sensor installed into it, saves cost and has a clean OEM look to it when done.
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I have be happy with the Koso gauge, I like the large digital readout (I can read it with a quick glance) and packaged in a small gauge.
Available on eBay.
Available on eBay.
Choose TraiTech bacause of no wiring for power. The display has intetnal battery that last 3-4yrs. Once dead, just swap the display. (Cheap)
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@Desert Dino Somethings wrong with your website.
Just received another Toyobd1 but with out the 22 pin obd1 plug. Purchased the 22 pin off Amazon and added extetions to the pigtail so I can run the toyobd1 inside the glove compartment-avoid engine bay heat.
