Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Gauge installation question

[cumminsnbabes]

I am thoroughly confused on what engine port to hook my boost fitting to. It is currently hooked into a port just below the intake horn. Also, where do i install the trans gauge sender in my transmission pan?



I already screwed up on the pyro probe. I put it in the cast iron pipe between the back side of my turbo and the start of my exhaust pipe. How much is this going to screw up my EGT reading?



Any help would be appreciated. Pictures would be nice.



I've been gone over a week and was in a big rush to get my new parts installed. I should've taken the time to get in touch with my TDR buddies instead of going out on a limb. I'm ashamed of my poor judgement.

 

[Howard Durand]

I think your boost fitting is in the correct port. The pyro will work where it is but I believe it will read about 300* cooler than if it was in the exhaust manifold.

I have my transmission temperature probe in the pan. Best way to do that is by replacing the pan with an aftermarket pan with the proper holes in it. There are ports in the transmission that can be used but someone else will have to tell you what they are.

Do a search of this forum for these subjects and you will get a lot of information.

 

[theferalkid]

Best place for pyro is pre-turbo in the exhaust manifold, 150-200 degree lower temps post turbo. Put the trans temp sensor in the cooler line, much more reliable temperature readings. If you decide to do this i will try to get pictures.

 

[biggy238]

Save yourself a meltdown and move your pyro to the exhaust manifold (I tell you theese before grasshoppa!!) Your boost fitting is exactly where mine is and will be fine. I'm with them on the transmission gauge.



The one time I got into a hurry was with my brake rotors. I ended up buying new rotors, new calipers and new hubs in about a month of my first getting a hold of it. Don't feel bad about screwing up. It just takes longer that way and usually you end up with new equipment (usually a good thing) It's just costly compared to the $35 a year that it would have cost you to find the right way to do it on here



To make things easier for you to find an old post, search for your name. It will bring up all of the posts you have been in before. Go back and find where I told you how to install your pyro and the sulk a while longer. Always take the time to ask. Unless you are in the competition forum, you will almost always get a usefull answer. Good luck from here on out.



Kyle

 

[DieselMinded]

24v Info but this might clear it up for ya.



http://3d.otisnet.net/toppage3.htm



DM

 

[budctdca]

gauge install

if yours is an Auto like mine, I put it in one of the test ports on the passenger side of the transmission above the pan. if i remember correctly, it is a 3/8" wrench that takes these off, I just made sure it wasn't going to hit anything when i put them in, the holes are the perfect size for the probe threads. my gauge works great,

as for the egt gauge, i would recommend doing this way http://www.tstproducts.com/pdffiles/instpy25b.pdf3

if yours is an EGR truck it might be a little difficult, but all you need is an extension for the tap handle.

hope this helps

luke

 

[Twisted Shifter]

Unless you are in the competition forum, you will almost always get a usefull answer. Good luck from here on out.



Kyle

Amen on the Comp forums ... . I had to say something smart to get the ball rolling ...

 

[cumminsnbabes]

Thanks for the info guys.



I put the trans sender in the port just below the fluid return line on the passengers side of the pan. i will put it in the pan as soon as i change the transmission fluid.



I am expecting a 5 inch stack kit at the end of the week, so i will change my pyro then.

 

[Otts Machine Shop]

Gauges

I put my pyro in the ex manifold. The main thing I use it for is shut down. I let the gauge go down to 200 deg. before I shut the engine down. Sometimes another 30 sec. if I was pulling it hard. Any thoughts on this?

Dick









96 2500 5spd

 

[budctdca]

I've heard that under 400 is OK, but after a heavy pull you want to let it go down so you dont scorch the bearings in the turbo. once you shut the truck off, the oil flow ceases to the turbo, and if the oil is hot, thats not good. I just use my best judgement, let it cool down some, and then let the belt chirp...