Oil Temp Gauge Installed the MoCo Way
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Oil Temp Gauge Installed the MoCo Way
Christmas '06 I installed the oil temp gauge and sensor, but like so many others I opted to install the sensor in the oil pan instead of the MoCo way which is to splice it into the oil feed line on the side of the engine case. Looking at the feed line location, it's no wonder we opt for the oil pan instead.
This weekend I installed it the MoCo way. I had had the cam cover off to check my cam tensioners and found that with the cover off there seemed to be more wiggle room. I took my time with it and it went fairly well. It also helped having the exhaust removed as well, but the MoCo instructions don't mention or recommend removing these 2 items. I found that having them off was a big advantage, though maybe not worth doing just to install the sensor, but if you had them off for another reason like I did then it was worthwhile.
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This weekend I installed it the MoCo way. I had had the cam cover off to check my cam tensioners and found that with the cover off there seemed to be more wiggle room. I took my time with it and it went fairly well. It also helped having the exhaust removed as well, but the MoCo instructions don't mention or recommend removing these 2 items. I found that having them off was a big advantage, though maybe not worth doing just to install the sensor, but if you had them off for another reason like I did then it was worthwhile.
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RE: Oil Temp Gauge Installed the MoCo Way
I did mine this way also. It took some time and repositioning of the nipples to get everything lined up but it went smooth. I too wonder if there is a diff in the temp reading from the pan method or this way with oil constantly moving over the sensor.
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From: Phila
RE: Oil Temp Gauge Installed the MoCo Way
Installed mine this way.. & put the black metal dressup cover on.. next day I'm riding, and no oil pressure over 24mph.. turns out the cover crimps the fitting & hose..
talked to dealer.. they said they had a couple bikes with the same problem..
put the longer chrome cover on & no problem since..
amazing what 1/4 less space will do!
talked to dealer.. they said they had a couple bikes with the same problem..
put the longer chrome cover on & no problem since..
amazing what 1/4 less space will do!
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RE: Oil Temp Gauge Installed the MoCo Way
There may be, but it is a fairly simple installation. You remove the second pipe plug (the one labeled crank) from the front of the oil pan. You get an adapter from Napa part #3220 x 6 x 2 to mate with the oil sensor unit and install this into the port that you removed the pipe plug.
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RE: Oil Temp Gauge Installed the MoCo Way
gotcha,
thats what I figgered, I just like to hear collective experience.
'preciate it.
thats what I figgered, I just like to hear collective experience.
'preciate it.
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RE: Oil Temp Gauge Installed the MoCo Way
Soos, I'm wondering why? I know you're a sharp guy so you must have a reason.
I hate to say it but the HD install looks like a PITA plus a future failure waiting to happen. you must have a good reason.
Thanks,
Steve
I hate to say it but the HD install looks like a PITA plus a future failure waiting to happen. you must have a good reason.
Thanks,
Steve
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RE: Oil Temp Gauge Installed the MoCo Way
ORIGINAL: soos
There may be, but it is a fairly simple installation. You remove the second pipe plug (the one labeled crank) from the front of the oil pan. You get an adapter from Napa part #3220 x 6 x 2 to mate with the oil sensor unit and install this into the port that you removed the pipe plug.
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There may be, but it is a fairly simple installation. You remove the second pipe plug (the one labeled crank) from the front of the oil pan. You get an adapter from Napa part #3220 x 6 x 2 to mate with the oil sensor unit and install this into the port that you removed the pipe plug.
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That is a great picture for those who may have much success in life but don't know the difference between a pair of pliers and a screwdriver. I wonder, has anyone written a bookabout Harley-Davidson maintenance for people who shouldn't own tools? [
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