On todays video I will be showing you how I got my factory temp sensor gauge working in my square body Chevy ls swap project truck using a 3 wire factory LS ...

Mar 17, 2018 · If you are running a factory PCM, you absolutely need to have the coolant sensor. The factory uses it for for determining enrichment at startup and other functions. I run autometer gauges in my Chevy II, I just added the sensor to the head on the passenger side rear, there is a removable plug.

Jul 16, 2024 · I know some basic stuff bout these engines but no clue on where is the best place, to set up an aftermarket temp gauge sender. I'm not a mech gauge snob but i have a few new ones and an electric I'd have to order(really wanna take it to a local cruise this Fri & Sat). Seems the f-body guys drill & tap the flat spot on the water pump(it's an f ...

Jun 15, 2014 · It's from an early LS that uses three wires. The modify it it plug into your harness and it has a third wire to hook up to your automated temp gauge. Clean and simple.

Mar 23, 2017 · My LS3 crate engine has a coolant temp sensor for the ECU but not for the FFR temp gauge. Does anyone know what specific temp sensor will work in an LS3 for the FFR temp gauge? You need to contact FFR or the manufacturer of the gage. You'll need a sensor with metric threads for the right side cylinder head, compatible with the gage.

Nov 21, 2019 · For an aftermarket electric coolant temp gauge, you don't need to drill or tap anything. Simply swap out the 2-Pin coolant sensor for the 3-Pin sensor, and then wire up the sensor to your gauge. Here are the part numbers and links to what you need:

Jun 26, 2012 · The LS motors (Well, at least my 5.3, but I believe all) have 2 ports for coolant temp. The port located on the driver side head, toward the front is the sensor for the computer (In the newer cars the computer sends the signal to the dash, in our cars it does not).

Mar 15, 2010 · Disconnect the engine coolant temperature gauge sensor located on the left side of the engine above the starter. Using a Digital Volt Ohmmeter (DVOM), measure the voltage from the connector to ground, normal value is Battery Voltage (about 12.4V).

Sep 24, 2009 · The factory coolant temp sensor is in the front of the passengers side head just next to the exhaust flange. If you check the back of the drivers side cylinder head there is a corresponding hole with bung threaded into it.

I'd say most people are gonna want to install a Coolant Temp gauge, Oil Pressure gauge, and Tachometer. Using the coolant plug in the passenger head near #8 plug. This is the same location as the factory temp sensor on the driver's side. Using the block freeze plug by …