mech temp gauge sensor location?

is there a prime location for a mech, temp gauge sensor...iam not running heater hoses, and the intake has no ports... will any port on the water pump housing work...


Once again, I'm compelled to ask, "just what it is" that we are workin on here...........




If worst comes to worst, there are some aftermarket folks, or you can make them yourself, make thermostat housing extension...........