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Old June 7th, 2016, 06:45 AM
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Radiator temp sensor

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Can anyone advise on the temp sensor which fits into the right side of the radiator on my 1976 Toronado, I have ordered 2 which do not fit.
The original is 1/8" NPT and the ones that say original equipment are 3/4" NPT, mine has a pin type connector and the replacement has a spade type.
Any help would be appreciated.
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Old June 7th, 2016, 09:26 AM
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The ones I see online show a button connector for use with a gauge; the ones with a spade terminal are for use with a light.
Not sure what to tell you. 1/8" is very small and none of the ones online that don't specifically state the size don't look that small.

These listings show the button terminal but the threads are 1/2"

http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...1392&ppt=C2177

http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/o...+/+sensor,4748
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Old June 7th, 2016, 10:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Bill D
Hi
Can anyone advise on the temp sensor which fits into the right side of the radiator on my 1976 Toronado, I have ordered 2 which do not fit.
The original is 1/8" NPT and the ones that say original equipment are 3/4" NPT, mine has a pin type connector and the replacement has a spade type.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
BILL D
That "temp sensor" is actually a low coolant level sensor. Standard Motor Products P/N FLS38. I don't know if the original pin-style sensor is available anymore. The blade type was used in the 1977-1990 cars.



Edit: Standard Motor Products FLS3 might work for you:

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Old June 8th, 2016, 03:31 PM
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Thank you

I appreciate the help guys I have ordered the FLS3, it looks extremely close to the original.
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