Temp. Gauge Question?

[SLVRBLT]

Got a new 5er (new to me) and I'm in the process of getting the truck ready for a trip to Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, etc. in late August. I'm installing an ebrake and gauges. I have an HO, 6spd and will install a EGT and Boost gauge.



I'm wondering if it is worth the time or expense of installing a temp. gauge to monitor the rear differential temp? The expense will not be much of a holdback, but figured while I was doing the install, the three place gauge pod would be easier than a retro-fit later?



All you towing gurus, is this worth the trouble or should I just forget it? I will probably install a Mag-Tech rear cover at some time in the future. Thanks in advance for the advice I know I'll get.



Dave

 

[EMDDIESEL]

Its nice to have, but in general, it is not going to do much for you. A rear end has no cooler or pumps or anything like a transmission does so tempature readings are not as critical. You cant diagnose anything with a read end temp gauge like you can a trannie temp gauge. With good synthetic gear lube and a Mag Hytec you should be fine.

 

[illflem]

I think you should add another gauge, but it should be a post filter fuel pressure gauge. I personally feel it is more important than boost.

 

[chuck3]

I think I would go with illflem on this one.

 

[Extreme1]

If you did add that temp gauge, you could add sensors all over the place and then switch between them to amaze and astound your friends... (and check temps)