Oil Temperature sensor range

[ACEMUSTANG2002]

I am considering installing a temp gauge, does anyone have any idea what range it should be in? At what temperature does the warning light come on?

[davej]

install a gauge with a high range of 300ºor so, Depending on where the sensor is installed you will see temps up to 260º-280º in summer temps and at hwy speeds. I installed the sensor in the oil tank drain hole and those are the temps I seen. You won't be using a over temp light.

[ACEMUSTANG2002]

Thank you, that gets a plan started for me. What thread/size is the sensor you used?

[ACEMUSTANG2002]

If I’m not mistaken the check engine light will come on if it gets too hot. Anyone know at what point that light comes on?

[ItBeMe]

If I’m not mistaken the check engine light will come on if it gets too hot. Anyone know at what point that light comes on?

That would be good to know.

[davej]

I installed a fitting in the oil tank drain plug hole to install an electric oil temp gauge sender. So you will need to get a matching gauge and sender set to see what size thread it has and then adapt it to fit into the drain plug hole. It will now also serve as the oil tank drain plug.

[ACEMUSTANG2002]

Anyone tried one of the dipstick gauges? Idk if the thread would be the same or not

[Brad_G]

Taking off the seat would be less than ideal to read it though. Also, I'd wonder if there's enough clearance under the seat if you plan to leave it installed.

[ACEMUSTANG2002]

That is a good point. I’m tempted to order and return it if it doesn’t fit…