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Garys16SS · 07-11-2010, 01:32 PM

I am looking to install an AutoMeter engine water temperature gauge but other than where the "Idiot sensor" is at on the driver's side head, is there another place to install the new sensor. I have looked but do not see another so I may have to remove the "Idiot Sensor" and install my own but I was trying to have both. Any comments????

Garys16SS · 07-14-2010, 07:03 PM

ttt

Eric Baker · 07-14-2010, 08:23 PM

Why would you need a 3rd reading for coolant temp?

CamaroFTW · 07-14-2010, 09:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric Baker

Why would you need a 3rd reading for coolant temp?

I dont get this either. Their is already a coolant temp reading..why another?

3min3m2 · 07-14-2010, 11:05 PM

Yeah isn't there a setting on the dic on all cars

Garys16SS · 07-15-2010, 05:35 AM

Folks, I have always had a separate water temp gauge, air/fuel gauge, and fuel pressure gauge installed in my "spirited" drivers. The original question is asking for a location not "why I should install one". Just looking for a little help which is what I thought that is what the forum is about......helping other 2010/11 Camaro owners.

MadMav · 07-15-2010, 06:06 AM

I will only help you by informing you that the "idiot" sensor is not really and "idiot" sensor. It does read a proper temp range. A third temp gauge is a waste, Air/Fuel gauges are a waste, fuel pressure is handy though.

The forum is also about telling those when they are wasting time, making bad decisions and just plain being goofy. Not to say you are doing any of those things.

Just don't get mad when the "advice" isn't always in your favor.

Mav

Garys16SS · 07-15-2010, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadMav

I will only help you by informing you that the "idiot" sensor is not really and "idiot" sensor. It does read a proper temp range. A third temp gauge is a waste, Air/Fuel gauges are a waste, fuel pressure is handy though.

The forum is also about telling those when they are wasting time, making bad decisions and just plain being goofy. Not to say you are doing any of those things.

Just don't get mad when the "advice" isn't always in your favor.

Mav

Who said I was mad....I was just hoping that somebody had an answer to the original question.....not looking for advice.

Capthowdy · 07-16-2010, 10:55 PM

bark bark woof wooff......

07-11-2010, 01:32 PM	#1
Garys16SS Drives: 2016 SS, BLACK, MANUAL Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: pittsburgh, pa Posts: 277	Engine Temperature Gauge I am looking to install an AutoMeter engine water temperature gauge but other than where the "Idiot sensor" is at on the driver's side head, is there another place to install the new sensor. I have looked but do not see another so I may have to remove the "Idiot Sensor" and install my own but I was trying to have both. Any comments???? __________________ 2016 Black/Black SS, 6speed, MRC, Roto-Fab air intake, Vitesse controller, 1 7/8" headers and exhaust from Stainless Works complete with nonNPP mufflers and 5"outlets, Katech ported TB, Moroso catch can, MRR M017 polished powder wheels, Eibach lowering springs, and BMR upper/ lower trailing arms and upper control arms. ZL1/1le sway bars and Magnusson Supercharger with Jannetty tune. Stay Tuned!!!......More to come. 2014 Camaro Ashen grey, 3.6, 6 speed, Vararam intake, Elite catch can, chrome wheels, and Vitesse controller. 2003 SSR red, 2016 Vette

07-14-2010, 07:03 PM	#2
Garys16SS Drives: 2016 SS, BLACK, MANUAL Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: pittsburgh, pa Posts: 277	ttt __________________ 2016 Black/Black SS, 6speed, MRC, Roto-Fab air intake, Vitesse controller, 1 7/8" headers and exhaust from Stainless Works complete with nonNPP mufflers and 5"outlets, Katech ported TB, Moroso catch can, MRR M017 polished powder wheels, Eibach lowering springs, and BMR upper/ lower trailing arms and upper control arms. ZL1/1le sway bars and Magnusson Supercharger with Jannetty tune. Stay Tuned!!!......More to come. 2014 Camaro Ashen grey, 3.6, 6 speed, Vararam intake, Elite catch can, chrome wheels, and Vitesse controller. 2003 SSR red, 2016 Vette

07-14-2010, 11:05 PM	#5
3min3m2 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS SIM L-99 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Dunbar WV Posts: 385	Yeah isn't there a setting on the dic on all cars __________________ 3rd Time is the charm 2012 2SS/RS VR 6M. Borla S type, Volant CAI.

07-15-2010, 05:35 AM	#6
Garys16SS Drives: 2016 SS, BLACK, MANUAL Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: pittsburgh, pa Posts: 277	Folks, I have always had a separate water temp gauge, air/fuel gauge, and fuel pressure gauge installed in my "spirited" drivers. The original question is asking for a location not "why I should install one". Just looking for a little help which is what I thought that is what the forum is about......helping other 2010/11 Camaro owners. __________________ 2016 Black/Black SS, 6speed, MRC, Roto-Fab air intake, Vitesse controller, 1 7/8" headers and exhaust from Stainless Works complete with nonNPP mufflers and 5"outlets, Katech ported TB, Moroso catch can, MRR M017 polished powder wheels, Eibach lowering springs, and BMR upper/ lower trailing arms and upper control arms. ZL1/1le sway bars and Magnusson Supercharger with Jannetty tune. Stay Tuned!!!......More to come. 2014 Camaro Ashen grey, 3.6, 6 speed, Vararam intake, Elite catch can, chrome wheels, and Vitesse controller. 2003 SSR red, 2016 Vette

07-15-2010, 06:06 AM	#7
MadMav Drives: 2010 SS/RS M6 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Falcon, CO Posts: 661	I will only help you by informing you that the "idiot" sensor is not really and "idiot" sensor. It does read a proper temp range. A third temp gauge is a waste, Air/Fuel gauges are a waste, fuel pressure is handy though. The forum is also about telling those when they are wasting time, making bad decisions and just plain being goofy. Not to say you are doing any of those things. Just don't get mad when the "advice" isn't always in your favor. Mav __________________ SS/RS M6, SIM, CGM stripes, Barton S/T, BMR trailing arms, ADM Race intake(no scoop), Texas Speed 1 7/8" headers and full 3" exhaust, RMCR custom tune.

07-14-2010, 08:23 PM	#3
Eric Baker Drives: Black/Black 2SS/RS 6M Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Boston MA Posts: 987 View My Garage	Why would you need a 3rd reading for coolant temp?

07-16-2010, 10:55 PM	#9
Capthowdy Drives: 2010 2SS RS IOM Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Fort Lauderdale Fl Posts: 1,048	bark bark woof wooff......

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