rocket22

I have done a number of tests and have reason to believe that my temp gauge in dash is not functioning correctly.

Questions:
how do I remove
how do I bench test
how do I get a replacement for a 1997 svt cobra gauge?

BraMas

I see no point in replacing a "dummy gauge" get an aftermarket gauge and know what your temp really is

rocket22

I have not taken this apart yet. Would it be possible to use any 4.6 dash gauges and replace the backing to make it white?

I keep the car completely stock and try to keep maintanence costs to a minimum. (Not cheap, just use recycled parts when it makes sense).

uberstang1

Find someone selling a 96 or 97 cobra gauge cluster

rocket22

yes I have seen the Cobra dashes from MPS is Atlanta (who are a great outfit), and am looking to just make this work without going for a $300 dash replacement.

Can I change the back color on the gauge? Will these break down so I can use any mustang gauge and use the backing of the cobra? This is only one small part of the gauge cluster and I would buy a Temp/Fuel for the cobra if avail.

rocket22

how to test temp gauge out of car?

BraMas

Have you tested the sending unit on the coolant cross over? Their are 2 one is for the PCM and one for the gauge

rocket22

Is there another sending unit to check? I get slight movement of the temp gauge when warm, but never moving into the correct range. I did replace the sending unit in the block.

Any ideas? Thanks for your reply!

BraMas

what sending unit did you replace in the block? they both should be on the crossover

rocket22

And I see there are two sending units, or two that look the same. On the front of the engine I replaced the passenger one. Is this the one that goes to the temp gauge?