ECT and CHT on a 351 C

Used only on the 03/04 Marauder but can be used on any 03/04 ecu with code changes. Uses newer style SCP array so will not control cluster correctly on 2004 and older fords that use the older style SCP array such as mustangs.
AcesArneson
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Vehicle Information: 1973 Mustang Convertible
351 Cleveland 2V conversion to EFI (Ford EEC-V) dyno’d at 441hp @6000 rpm on a 750 CFM shop carb. Edelbrock 61629 heads 10.66:1 compression
-Donor car for EFI wiring harness is a 2003 Lincoln Town Car 4.6L CoP
Intake for EFI is a Weiand 7516 with bungs welded into runners.
FMX transmission swapped out to rebuilt 4R70W from a 2003 Mustang with J mod

ECT and CHT on a 351 C

Unread post by AcesArneson »

Guys, looking for some help on which temperature sensors to use and where they should be located. I have a 351 Cleveland that I am wiring up with an EEC-V for SEFI. I have the original single lead temperature sensor in place but the ECM also needs the CHT (cylinder head temperature). Which sensor would I use and where should I put it? I am using Edelbrock Performer aluminum heads and don't see a spot for a CHT temp probe.
I have a friend with a Cleveland running on the ProM system and his has the original single wire temperature sensor on the water pump and a two wire sensor just behind it on the block. I attempted to copy this format but the only plug I have available is larger than the Crown Vic 2 wire sensor. I have a brass adapter 1/2" NPS to 1/4" NPS but I must be dealing with SAE vs. metric threads because when I went to install the sensor in the brass adapter the threads were all chewed up.
So 2 questions
1. Is this the correct location for the CHT (behind the water pump, on the block)?
2. Does anyone have an adapter that works to go from the 1/2" NPS thread to the CHT sensor thread or a 2 wire sensor that fits 1/4 NPS?
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Re: ECT and CHT on a 351 C

Unread post by decipha »

single lead temp sensor is actually the temp 'switch' for the cluster

You dont need a CHT sensor. Simply grab an ECT sensor for a 95 GT and tap it anywhere. As long as its in direct flow of coolant its fine. Just be sure its not after the thermostat otherwise it wont read actual engine temp. Ideally youd remove the temp switch and install it there with an adapter.
AcesArneson
Posts: 50
Joined: 2022 Apr 19, 07:23
Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
Vehicle Information: 1973 Mustang Convertible
351 Cleveland 2V conversion to EFI (Ford EEC-V) dyno’d at 441hp @6000 rpm on a 750 CFM shop carb. Edelbrock 61629 heads 10.66:1 compression
-Donor car for EFI wiring harness is a 2003 Lincoln Town Car 4.6L CoP
Intake for EFI is a Weiand 7516 with bungs welded into runners.
FMX transmission swapped out to rebuilt 4R70W from a 2003 Mustang with J mod

Re: ECT and CHT on a 351 C

Unread post by AcesArneson »

Ok thanks, doesn't the single lead temp switch just run the cluster temperature gauge. (73 Mustang)
I will put the 95 GT sensor closest to the block before the thermostat.
I am assuming 2- pin ECT is pin 66 and ground? Or should it go to sensor ground in the ECM?
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Re: ECT and CHT on a 351 C

Unread post by decipha »

sensor ground
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