Diesel temp

[Dansrockin]

I think I've worked out why my mpg isn't too good, I finally managed to work out how to use the internal temp gauge on the obd and over a 20 mile journey it never got any higher than 73.
I think I need to do the inline stat mod. Any ideas on where I can get one from and how easy are they to fit. I saw the how to but it said about cutting the stat down to fit? What's the best way to do that?
Cheers
Dan

[suffolk boy]

Originally Posted by Dansrockin

I think I've worked out why my mpg isn't too good, I finally managed to work out how to use the internal temp gauge on the obd and over a 20 mile journey it never got any higher than 73.
I think I need to do the inline stat mod. Any ideas on where I can get one from and how easy are they to fit. I saw the how to but it said about cutting the stat down to fit? What's the best way to do that?
Cheers
Dan

the inline stat used is out of a renault 5 form a company called rock auto .there is a huge thread on this somewhere. when you find it there will be a picture of the stat with a link to the company.however do not order the one in the link.this is only to show the dimensions.the you one need 89 degree one the one in the pic is a lower temp range.i and many others have fitted these and whilst a tight fit did not need cutting down to fit.the hardest part of this job is removing the stainless steel band that holds on the hose.a dremel is ideal to do this as access is limited.i filed thro mine which was a p.i.ta and took ages.

[T-Cut]

Old Renault 5 in-hose stat 88-89C with a 43mm waistband. Available everywhere.

TC

[Dansrockin]

Thanks, any idea on a rough price? I've not had chance to look for them yet?
Cheers
Dan

[suffolk boy]

less than a tenner