Removing Temp Gauge on a 54

[John W.]

Hi,
Do you have to leave the Temp Wire on when removing the temp gauge?

Thanks,
John

[Jim L.]

Re: Removing Temp Gauge on a 54

I'm not sure what you mean by "Temp Wire". The gauge on a '54 is a mechanical gauge.

[John W.]

Re: Removing Temp Gauge on a 54

Hi Jim,
It's the metal "wire" attached to the rear of the gauge. I don't see a way to remove it from the gauge.

Thanks.

[John L.]

Re: Removing Temp Gauge on a 54

I think you are referring to what I call the capillary tub that is connected to the brass bulb that is screwed into the head. On the older cars I have taken off with this system I have been able to remove the gauge with the tub and bulb intact including my 54. Even if you are going to send it out for a rebuild I like to keep it all together. Exception might be if the bulb has welded itself to the head with rust and corrosion.
John

[Jim L.]

Re: Removing Temp Gauge on a 54

Hi Jim,
It's the metal "wire" attached to the rear of the gauge. I don't see a way to remove it from the gauge.

Thanks.

You don't want to remove that tube from the gauge. Remove the gauge, the tube, and the bulb (at the engine) as one assembly.

[Gary H.]

Re: Removing Temp Gauge on a 54

I absolutely agree with Jim, the gauge, tube and bulb are one closed unit. Do not separate.

FYI, the tube is filled with Ether. If you suspect that your gauge is not giving an accurate reading, like if you have a 180 degree thermostat and your gauge shows a lower temperature, you've probably lost some Ether..

[John W.]

Re: Removing Temp Gauge on a 54

Thanks for the assistance.