Re: EGT Sensor location

["Graydon D. Stuckey" <graydon@apollo.gmi.edu>]

On Fri, 19 Dec 1997, Scott M. wrote:

> the exhaust. I assume that ideally you want to mount the
> sensor before the turbo somewhere at the exit area of the
> exhaust manifold. I noticed on the exhaust manifold near

If yu mount it before the turbo, you have to deal with alot mor epressure 
than you have in the exhaust system, so just keep that in mind when you 
choose your fittings.

> the exit that there is a round boss that could possibly be
> drilled. I realize that this manifold is prone to cracking
> and that drilling a hole into it could promote cracking if
> not done correctly.

For this reason alone, I wouldn't do it.    I'd install it after the turbo.

Later,
Graydon D. Stuckey 
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