02GF74
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| posted on 22/1/09 at 08:36 AM |
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Rover V8 temp sender
I haven't played wit the V8 for a while but pretty sure the answer is yes.
The question?
I have carb manifold for twin SUs. I need to replace the temp sender which is a bulb for a mechanical gauge.
I reckod that the bulb sits in water as oppose to an orifice in the alloy manifold - correct or not? (so I would need to drain the cooling system a
bit).
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Mr Whippy
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| posted on 22/1/09 at 08:40 AM |
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Well seeing that it’s meant to show water temperature, rather than manifold temp
I think you are just trying to keep ahead on the posts count, won't work its inevitable 
I've got that manifold and a pair of SU's too, new cam (in box), new valves (also still in their boxes), good heads (but valve seats need
changed and both alloy rocker covers if your interested.
[Edited on 22/1/09 by Mr Whippy]
Fame is when your old car is plastered all over the internet
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02GF74
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| posted on 22/1/09 at 08:42 AM |
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^^^^ not sure - I seem to recall the MGB being in a blind hole in the head but that was years ago .....
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peterparsons
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| posted on 22/1/09 at 08:43 AM |
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Yep, your right, it sits in the water (on a Land Rover V8).
I didn't drain mine when I changed it.
Just have the engine cold, unscrew one and quickly screw the new one in !
Yes you loose a bit of water but eaiser than draining and refill.
Cant stress enough - Do it when the engine is COLD, as the water can be under pressure and hot.
[Edited on 22/1/09 by peterparsons]
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