If you do find its the gauge or sender you may prefer to get a
mechanical gauge. Dale a. sells them.
On 7/29/08, Bill Waite <fordlandia@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> I have determined with a fair amount of certainty that my water temp gauge
> (Mark II original gauge, not sure if exactly same as earlier Tigers?) is
> reading too high. It shows a constant 205-210 when at full temperature.
> But, it never "boils over" (13# cap on overflow tank) and does not otherwise
> "act" hot in any way.
>
> This morning, we used a good quality laser/infra-red temp gauge and it shows
> 190 degrees at the base of the thermostat housing (with the dash gauge at
> about 210). Checks at other spots like the radiator etc all showed temps a
> fair amount lower than the 190 seen at the thermostat housing (e.g. in 180
> range). I believe I am running a 185 degree thermostat (brain fade).
>
> I do not believe that the temp sender on the manifold is the original
> sender. In any event, assuming that I can confirm with a second test
> (temporary install of another good sender/gauge) that the original gauge is
> reading 20+ degrees too high, is the original gauge "adjustable?" Or,
> should I be looking for a different (original style) sender?
>
> Any tips would be appreciated.
>
> Bill Waite
> Grand Rapids, MI
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