Cylinder head temp sensors

Otis2 · Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2015 6:09 pm Post subject: Cylinder head temp sensors

I was given these Radatron sensors that are to be mounted on the cylinder head, two on each side. My inquiry is where is the optimal spot? I imagine nearby the exhaust valves of this 1600 engine. I have the switch and gauge installed up front so as to check real time temperature while running the bus.
Has anyone used these? I'd like to place or clip them on the fins with the engine in place.
I am monitoring a '71 bus camper tin top, just obtained, getting ready for summer.

slalombuggy · Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2015 10:21 pm Post subject:

Fit them as close to the spark plug as you can, do not put them on the exhaust ports. You want to measure the combustion chamber temps not the exhaust temps.

brad

Otis2 · Posted: Wed Apr 01, 2015 7:57 am Post subject:

Thanks Brad!
That helps.

Bert

Eric&Barb · Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2015 5:47 pm Post subject:

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=591140&highlight=insulated+spark+plug
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