Which radiator hose do I install inline water temp sensor on (1 Viewer)

[Pierce]

Have a 97 with a 1FZFE. I also have an inline adapter for a water temp sensor. Which radiator hose do i install the temp sensor on? I tried the upper radiator hose but I’m not even reaching 100 on my gauge. Thanks!

Second gauge, 3rd sensor... guessing wrong location

 

[Dave 2000]

Top hose normally or the connection to the cylinder head. Is your thermost working properly, the stock gauge goes to the middle even if not properly warmed.

There is a mod that can be done to the gauge so it more accurately reflects engine temperature.

EDIT:

93-97 Coolant Temperature Gauge Modification

Regards

Dave

 

[ajax1]

Are you reading Celsius or Fahrenheit? Top hose

 

[Pierce]

Thanks Dave, I just completely replaced my cooling system (preventative, just added supercharger) including the thermostat.

I should have clarified, stock guage is reading normal, this is for an aftermarket autometer gauge. Pre cooling system overhaul i was reaching 100-110. Now I’m not even reaching 100. I have tried 2 different gauges, one autometer one VDO and at this point have used 3 different temp sensors.

 

[Pierce]

Fahrenheit (that one was rough without autocorrect)

 

[NLXTACY]

Top hose is where the hot water exits the motor.

 

[Pierce]

Ok, so this leads to another question. What could i have done wrong to make my autometer gauge and vdo gauge read less than 100 degrees?

 

[aktundra]

Which side of the thermostat are they located ?

Not sure here, but I think some guys get the thermostat in backwards on the 2F

 

[NLXTACY]

Ok, so this leads to another question. What could i have done wrong to make my autometer gauge and vdo gauge read less than 100 degrees?

Air pocket?

 

[Josey1972]

What is the temperature youd expect to see? I'm putting one on my truck.

 

[Irish Reiver]

Engine cold my sensor reads more or less ambient (obviously) under normal running it will climb to around 185-190°f.