The Plot Thickens Slightly
Hi Guys,
I have been away this last week - but have now managed to have a look at the 101 in day light...
I believe the reason why the Oil Temp gauge isn't working is because.... Drum Roll..
The Oil Cooler is NOT connected - and as everybody on here has already pointed out, the Oil Temp Gauge feeds off the oil cooler... :o :eek:
My next batch of questions are:
Can I connect the oil cooler up to the 3.9 - and is it just a matter of longer cables OR perhaps a different thread on the engine side of the cables?
Next question - how dangerous is it to drive the 101 without an oil cooler? I have to assume that an oil cooler is required as part of the original design - so I think that I shuld limit my mileage to short trips until I get the oil cooler re-fitted.
Sitec - did you run this engine without an oil cooler?
I am going back to the mechanic on Monday to pickup the original engine - and will ask for all of the cables, etc left over from it.
Everyone - am I correct in thinking that I should re-fit the oil cooler?
Any advice, opinions are greatly appreciated..