mechanical temp gauge location

ou could likely tap it into the water port where the intake "blanks"
Ah, that "blank" I get it now. yeah, that could work. pending how deep it goes. I suppose I could raise up the probe with a coupler/adapter to make sure it doesnt bottom out. Ok, I am 'warming up' to this idea.

I do like the quick hose barb solution as well Dana67Dart if the AC would cooperate. A bit more work to get the intake tapped but what the hell, Im stalled out on this project bad....need to get movin.

Thanks fellas!