[DeTomaso] Thermoswitches

[Julian Kift]

I installed a M22 to 3/8 npt adapter in the radiator that allows me to basically use  any off the shelf thermostatic sensor. I actually use a painless adjustable sensor, but the key is in the adapter. I only use a single sensor (both fans on or off), I never did see the point in the staged switching, so the other radiator boss is blanked off with an M22 plug.

 

Julian
 
> From: jtaphorn at kingwoodcable.com
> To: matt at nwpantera.com; detomaso at realbig.com
> Date: Sun, 17 May 2009 22:59:12 -0500
> Subject: Re: [DeTomaso] Thermoswitches
> 
> Matt
> 
> I had a similar problem. My less expensive solution was to nab a sensor 
> that screwed into the extra fitting on most water pumps. I found one that 
> works at 195 degrees. Now, my fans only turn on if the coolant leaving the 
> radiator and entering the water pump is above 195.
> 
> The sensors that thread into the water pump are more common and less 
> expensive.
> 
> JT
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Matt" <matt at nwpantera.com>
> To: <detomaso at realbig.com>
> Sent: Sunday, May 17, 2009 7:18 PM
> Subject: [DeTomaso] Thermoswitches
> 
> 
> > Hi gang,
> > Pulled my rad today for a small leak repair. Noticed both my 
> > thermoswitches are 82c/77c. This translates to 180f/171f.
> > The fans seem to come on at too low of a temp not allowing the motor to 
> > maintain proper operating temp(195-200?).
> > I'd like to install higher degree switches. Anybody know of a good source 
> > for these? I have a brass Pro-Performance rad purchased in 1999.
> >
> > Thank you folks for all your un-ending help and insight,
> > Matt
> > 3584
> > Reno or bust!

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