What is the correct resistance measurement for a temp sending unit? I just replaced the original one on my 1982 Capri (which was reading over 1000 megaohms) with a Standard TS58T, which reads approximately 240 ohms at room temp. My gauge now gets pinned on hot after about 15 minutes of driving.
I do have an infrared thermometer which I'll use to verify the engine temp next time I'm out for a cruise, just to see if the engine is actually getting too hot. I'm thinking that in my neck of the woods, 180-200 Fahrenheit should read within the normal range.
ps - wow I haven't been here in a while!
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