2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission new gages

[lmo]

My first post..... hope I'm doing it right.



Just bought gages & looking for help or someone to put them on for me. Live in northern IL.



Great site! full of useful info.

 

[Goddard]

welcome to the site! first you should fill out your signature so everyone knows what truck you have. second tell what kind of gauges and where you intend to mount them.



just got mine installed about two months ago and it is not as hard as you would think. enjoy!

 

[lmo]

The gauges I am installing are the SPA boost & EGT on the column, plus a westach temp gauge for the transmission using the dip stick kit.

Undecided on mount for temp gage, but thinking on the heated seat area on dash.



Any help or ideas is appreciated!



Guess I don't know how to add Truck info on the bottom.

 

[Goddard]

to fill in your profile, scroll to the top of the page and click on user cp. then click edit profile. fill it in and save changes. easy as that!



need any other help just ask and i'm sure someone will help.

 

[MWBrooks]

Read the following thread. It will tell you where to install your transmission temp sender https://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=55463





Mike

 

[lmo]

Thanks for the info... ... . I see I need to change my plans on installing gauge.



Better to find out before than after.



Thanks all

 

[Car_nut57]

We have some very good instructions I can send you if you decide to take the job on yourself. Also we can provide the special fittings you will need for the Boost and transmission temp gauges if you don't already have them.

 

[lmo]

Thanks Dave, I could use some good instructions. Plus I need the special fittings, after I find out what I need.



Thanks in advance for your help!

 

[Car_nut57]

Imo,



On late model 24V engines we use a 3/4NPT x 1/8NPT bushing to connect the Boost tube to the engine. For the trans temp you need a 1/8NPT x 1/4FNPT bell reducer with a 1/8FNPT x 1/4NPT bushing for the sending unit. You can screw these fittings into a pressure test port on the drivers side near the rear of the transmission. Do not screw the temp sending unit directly into the transmission even though it will fit. This port is shallow and the sending unit can block fluid flow if screwed in directly.

 

[EMDDIESEL]

Do a search for instructions on the boost fitting install using the intake horn. The plug on the engine is not reccomended due to gauge buzzing and slow readings. Also, Get the Mopar line with the temp port (P/N HELP!) or the Jannetty racing thermowell kit. You will get your most accurate readings from the line going to the cooler. Very easy to do.