Date:         Fri, 11 Jul 2003 12:40:19 -0700
Reply-To:     Doktor Tim <doktortim@ROCKISLAND.COM>
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From:         Doktor Tim <doktortim@ROCKISLAND.COM>
Subject:      Re: Changing fuel injection temp sensor
Comments: To: AlanCote@AOL.COM
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Since you must verify that the o-ring seal surface is clean, put a big pan
underneith, pull the sensor, wipe the sealing area with your finger to be
sure it's clean, then install the sensor. I like a thin film of silicon
paste on the o=ring for easy install. If you are really fast at this you
still have to purge the system. If you pre-clamp the hoses all around it
will reduce the efforts, but you don't have 5 of the right type of hose
clamp-off pliers, do you? Replace it, refill the system and purge the air
properly.

Do confirm the temp sensor first, don't replace it on a hunch. You need an
ohm meter and the Bentley for specs.

At 10:24 AM 07/11/2003, you wrote:

>Hi all -- today's message is about changing the fuel injection temperature
>sender (the one by the thermostat) on my '86 Westy. When I yank the thing out
>will coolant gush forth like the mighty Mississippi, or is a quick swap doable
>w/ just a little spillage? Thanks ...
>
>Alan Cote
>'86 Westy