How to install VDO water temp gage H-356

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May 29, 2011
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Hunter H 240 rehoboth beach , De
Anybody install a VDO water temp gage on the Yanmar 3gm30 or 3ym30.I don`t like these idiot lights.My first task is install the water temp gage,next,oil pressure gage.I bought the gage on line [ebay for a rediculous price of $8.50].however I still need to but the sender.Any help appreciated,thread size etc.
Richard
 
May 16, 2007
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Boatless ! 26 Ottawa, Ontario
Richard, there is detailed thread on this modification here,http://forums.hunter.sailboatowners.com/showthread.php?p=1001594&highlight=3gm30f

I think it should answer all your questions. I think if the sender is T'ed in to the existing unit they have a tendency to break. I understand the threads on these Yanmars are an odd British thread (BSW??), some owners have re-tapped them for metric or inch fittings. It seems the most popular solution is the water heater hose inline approach discussed in this thread.
good luck, Bob
 
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