Needle position Autometer EGT gauge

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I just ordered gauges from Racesearch.com. I ordered an Autometer Ultra-lite 2-1/16" EGT gauge part #4365. I received it the other day. I opened the box and took the protective cardboard cover off the gauge package, and noticed that the needle was pointing straight down at the six o'clock position instead of pointing at zero which is at the eight o'clock position. I didn't think this was right, so I called Racesearch.com. They checked with their warehouse and advised that the gauge is supposed to be like that until the sensor and probe are hooked up. Once everything is connected, they claim the gauge will zero itself. They did call me back promptly with this info; however, I'm skeptical. I figured I would fire off a post, as I'm sure one of my fellow members would be able to confirm this. I'm going to call Autometer when I get a chance. Does anybody have an answer for me? Thanks in advance for your time. -Glen

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1998 12 valve 2500 Quad Cab, A/T, 4. 10, Deep Amethyst, 4. 5" Skyjacker Double Flex lift kit, 36. 0"x14. 5"x16. 5" TSL Super Swamper radials on 16. 5"x9. 75" Weld Typhoons, Speedliner spray in liner, Raven high rise cap, J&J stainless steel Nerf-N-Steps, 4" Jardine exhaust

[This message has been edited by Glen Pratt (edited 09-21-2000). ]

 

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Glen, Don`t worry. My Autometer EGT was doing the same thing when I got mine. Once the power is hooked up to the gauge, It zeros out.

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Bill R
94 2500 SLT 4x4 5 Speed, 3. 54 LS, JRE 4" exhaust, Autometer Pyro, Boost & Water temp gauges, Bosch 215 HP injectors, Timing @ 14. 7 º, JRE Stage III #4 plate 270/675, AFC spring kit, Scotty Air, Bully Dog Propane Injection, Roadmaster Active Suspension, Optima Red Tops, Geno`s Exhaust Blanket,Espar Heater (won it!), Synthetic lubes throughout.

 

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HEMI@Dart, Thanks for the info. I was kind of dreading calling Autometer long distance and getting put on hold. Regards, -Glen

 

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Well, it doesn't exactly ZERO out, it will point to the approximate ambient temp. If it were a very cold winter day and you are a diehard BOMBer installing gauges in subzero temperatures, then your gauge might zero out when you install it!! #ad


Vaughn

 

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Vaughn , Good point. On a 90-100 degree day, the needle will be close to that temp with the key on and a cold engine.