Hi Don,
I recently purchased a water temperature gauge and sender (ISSPRO) for my late model A4. I sheared the square plug while trying to install my sender. I tried to remove the bushing but it appears to be locked up pretty good. While I did apply lots of penetrating oil and quite a bit of pressure, I couldn't get the bushing to budge. My next plan of attack is to apply some heat with a torch and use a pipe for more leverage on the bushing. Being at novice at this, I'm a bit concerned that I'm going to wind up cracking the head. How hard can I lean on this sucker? Do you have any recommendations on the best way to install a temperature sender at this point? Is there another way I can install a thermostat and get reliable readings?
I appreciate any help you can provide! Below is a link to a picture of the sheared off plug. (you also might be entertained by the pics of my clogged up thermostat, housing, etc.).
http://www.goodoldboats.com./ATOMIC4...tatremoval.htm
Thanks,
Mark A. Bunch, Sr.
I recently purchased a water temperature gauge and sender (ISSPRO) for my late model A4. I sheared the square plug while trying to install my sender. I tried to remove the bushing but it appears to be locked up pretty good. While I did apply lots of penetrating oil and quite a bit of pressure, I couldn't get the bushing to budge. My next plan of attack is to apply some heat with a torch and use a pipe for more leverage on the bushing. Being at novice at this, I'm a bit concerned that I'm going to wind up cracking the head. How hard can I lean on this sucker? Do you have any recommendations on the best way to install a temperature sender at this point? Is there another way I can install a thermostat and get reliable readings?
I appreciate any help you can provide! Below is a link to a picture of the sheared off plug. (you also might be entertained by the pics of my clogged up thermostat, housing, etc.).
http://www.goodoldboats.com./ATOMIC4...tatremoval.htm
Thanks,
Mark A. Bunch, Sr.
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