The Plastic T-Piece

[chipsceola]

Don't know if this is feasible or not but, years ago temperature guages were often fitted as an 'extra', because there was no sensor one was added to the radiator fins then wired back to the new guage. With the K engine ideally need as you say to monitor coolant level, but until a system for this is available, wouldn't a more accurate second guage be a worthwhile addition?

I know you you can use the onboard diagnostics, but that needs resetting after you stop, a second guage would be there always.
Chips

[chipsceola]

Hi Guys this is similar to what I had in mind http://www.maplin.co.uk/search?criteria=car+temperature+sensors - another board, easily hidden, and a simple switch mounted somehere on radiator fins, the output could operate a light that's immediatley obvious when temperature reaches critical. As it's adjustable that shouldn't be a problem in setting. Not as good as a coolant level indicator light, but perhaps next best thing?
Chips

[kaiser]

Originally Posted by chipsceola

Don't know if this is feasible or not but, years ago temperature guages were often fitted as an 'extra', because there was no sensor one was added to the radiator fins then wired back to the new guage. With the K engine ideally need as you say to monitor coolant level, but until a system for this is available, wouldn't a more accurate second guage be a worthwhile addition?

I know you you can use the onboard diagnostics, but that needs resetting after you stop, a second guage would be there always.
Chips

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Just as an add on, some years later, this is the only gauge I use, it works fine. However, I would find a feed for the light that goes over the dimmer function, so that the light can be dimmed with the instrument cluster. It can be a bit distracting when reversing in the dark, as the light shines in the side glass when you want to use the outside mirror.