Oil Temp gauge

[flyguy]

Anyone using this Rochester oil temperature gauge?

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/inpages/oiltempgauges1.php

I have a relatively new Scott now that I ruined the capillary connection to the probe doing multiple engine dismounts. Scott was sold and more than doubled their price so I want to try the Rochester if the probe will seal.

I know there was a big discussion here of probe flange taper, leakage, ect., but couldn't find the thread.

Darryl

[M Jones]

Re: Oil Temp gauge

Darryl, are you in a rush to order one this weekend? Just asking because I have an unused OTG at home (I'm gone this weekend), but can't remember the details of make/model. Bought it new from Spruce years ago. I had planned to use it for a temporary fix when the temp gauge quit working on my big 3 in 1 instrument, but got it sent out for a rebuild at Keystone before I put the new one in. I can check on Sunday night if you're interested. Make you a great deal if it will work for you.

[flyguy]

Re: Oil Temp gauge

Sure, rather buy it from you, but the Rochester is pretty cheap from Wag Aero at $51. (about 20 down from A Spruce.) No BIG rush here as I am monitoring the temp with a digital thermocouple unit right now.
Let me know what it is.
Darryl

[M Jones]

Re: Oil Temp gauge

Yea, I just don't have a use for it, and somebody else should have it if it can be used. I'd ship to you for half that price. Let me check what I have and I'll send you a PM when I can.

[lfries]

Re: Oil Temp gauge

I bought the Rochester. It was an easy change.

[flyguy]

Re: Oil Temp gauge

Lloyd thanks for the info on the Rochester, let's see what Mike has for me. I am glad to know the Rochester will work easy, good information to have confirmed. This forum is really great.
Darryl

[NY86]

Re: Oil Temp gauge

Be sure to use the adapter that comes with the gauge. If you try to use a different one you're almost guaranteed a ruined probe. Don't ask em how I know...

(there are at least 3 different, incompatible adapters just for the Scott gauges...)

[flyguy]

Re: Oil Temp gauge

Rog on that John whatever I put in is going to be checked very carefully.
DC