I want to add Coolant Temp and Oil Press gauges uder the dash but I don't want to lose the use of the Idiot Lights. Oil pressure is no problem - just tee in. Coolant temperature is my dilema. My 327 only has one place for a sending unit - Intake manifold. The heads are not drilled. Does anyone know of a gauge that will flick the light on internally? I guess simular to a Murphy shut down type gauge used in stationary engines. Not looking to shut it down, just turn the light on.
Thanks, JC
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'68 Parisienne 2+2 Convertible Matador Red (Resale Red but not for sale).
You lose the original look but you can use a later model small block thermostat housing that has the correct size threaded hole in it. I think those started mid to late 70's. If you need more info I can dig it out at work tomorrow, time permitting.
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1966 Strato Chief 2 door, 427 4 speed, 45,000 original miles
1966 Grande Parisienne, 396 1 of 23 factory air cars
I guess you could wire the Murphy to a relay that runs the light. That would be one way to do it with only one sender. I've never seen an actual Murphy switch but from what I read that would be do-able.
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1966 Strato Chief 2 door, 427 4 speed, 45,000 original miles
1966 Grande Parisienne, 396 1 of 23 factory air cars
