Adrenaline install + trans. temp. sensor

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I'm almost done installing my adrenaline. Where is the best place to install the transmission temp. sensor. The place listed in the adrenaline install instruction, or in the pan? When my trans was done, they included a deep pan with a place for a sensor. The instructions show a different place on the pass side of the trans. My first thought says the place on the pass side would keep the wiring in a better spot. But I've alway thought the place in the pan is where most people put them.

 

Any recommendations? 

 

This and the wire tap are all that left. Then I get to put the interior back together. Finding a "clean" place to mount the head unit on the inside was more work than I thought it would be. That, and running the extra length wiring harness. I'm glad thats done. I'll do the stealth cover and tap when I do the injectors.

 

Is there a good reference for setting up and learning the app on an ipad? I haven't found much info on it. I got it to connect and it seems to be working. It was getting late and I didn't have time to mess with it. I had to leave it for now. I'd like to try out a couple of the tunes here. I'll need to figure this stuff out in the next week or so. 

 

Kind regards

 

[LorenS]

In the pan is a great place, especially if there's already a dedicated place for it. I believe the port that's shown in the directions is actually a pressure port and there's no flow through there. It's better than no gauge at all, but very slow to react. Some folks put them in a transmission line, but that will give a wide swing in temps, up and down with every hill. The "just right" Goldilocks location is apparently in the pan. I read all this on Goerend's website a few years back, looks like it's still here in the FAQ:

https://goerend.com/ft-2434-faq.html#q26908

[Mopar1973Man]

I used a dedicated ISSPro EV2 for my transmission temperature gauge. My ISSPro EV2 is installed into my NV4500 transmission.  Then used the trans temp probe of the Quadzilla to monitor engine oil temperature being it gives clues on timing adjustment. Optimal engine oil temp can be as low as 155*F to 170*F. If your above this or near coolant temp then your timing is off either too advanced or too retarded. 

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I went ahead and followed the direction and used the test port. I figured the pan might be the right choice, by I didn't have any hydraulic fluid to refill my trans. The trans builder says that what he always uses in the trans he builds. I want to verify if there is some special fluid, or just whatever I can get at napa. Thanks for verifying. 

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Trying to fix my own mistake. Quick recap. End of last year, I put the original sensor in the test port with the expected inadequate results. I moved it to the pan and over tightened it, pop.... , new sensor time. I picked up a generic sensor at napa. No reading at all on the Quad. Spent the money and got a new sensor for the quad, but couldn't finish working on my truck. I had some training that took my time and attention away.

 

I'm back, first silly question. will thread sealant on a one wire trans temp sensor like for the Quad throw off the readings? Should I clean the threads on the pan and leave the sealant off for a good ground for the sensor? Or is all that not necessary and go ahead and use the thread sealant on the sensor.

[Mopar1973Man]

NO THREAD SEALANT. Must have a clean ground for accurate temperature. Brass fittings and sensors are typically self sealing and don't require sealants or tape.

 

I used mine for engine oil temperature.

Edited May 11, 2023 by Mopar1973Man

[Mopar1973Man]

On 1/17/2023 at 9:48 AM, Mopar1973Man said:

I used a dedicated ISSPro EV2 for my transmission temperature gauge. My ISSPro EV2 is installed into my NV4500 transmission.  Then used the trans temp probe of the Quadzilla to monitor engine oil temperature being it gives clues on timing adjustment. Optimal engine oil temp can be as low as 155*F to 170*F. If your above this or near coolant temp then your timing is off either too advanced or too retarded. 

Just an update to this info. 

 

I'm increasing coolant to a 200°F thermostat that could swing to 210°F which now brings my oil temp up maybe 174°F engine oil temp that is in the winter with winter fronts in the grill. IAT is up to 90°F in the winter cold and running very little boost like 2-3 PSI at 65 MPH. But even with my tune I'm running 24-25° degrees at 2k RPMs. EGTs are lower and MPGs are up.