Europa TCST

[TurboFource]

Still working on wiring, made short adapter wires for new fan and temp sensor since they have different connections than the original otter switch  etc. I was going to pull the gauges out of the dash but on some of them the stud just spins in the gauge     I don’t really want to pull the dash yet …. Found the VIN number on the rear bulkhead/firewall also. Painted around radiator opening so I can install it and not have to pull it out to paint the  forward compartment.

[SilverBeast]

Are you fitting a relay to power the fan triggered by the temperature sensor?

Apologies if you are already aware - you might have mentioned it and this is a long thread..... The original otter switches could handle the current to power the fan, but more modern sensors are only intended to handle the current to power a relay, with the relay handling the current delivery.

[TurboFource]

SilverBeast,
I am aware of the possible need for a relay but have not gotten that far yet,
I need to research the rating of the new temp switch. Thanks for the reminder

[TurboFource]

Test fit …. Being “thrifty”, I will  try the fan that came with the radiator realizing I will probably have to upgrade it  (many parts etc. ahead that still need purchased). Of course the holes didn’t quite line up etc…fan is sealed to the radiator so all the air goes through it .

[Clifton]

I also wouldn't risk current through a temp switch. it can take it but relays can designed to do it. If you want reliable without worry later.

[TurboFource]

Planning on getting a relay tomorrow 

[TurboFource]

A Spring like 47 degrees in the garage this morning …. 

Cleaned and painted the “frunk” on Saturday and my back is still complaining…  ...cleaned up front wiring harness today and installed relay for the fan.

[TurboFource]

I forgot to mention my 51 year old Tudor washer fluid bag doesn’t leak!

[BDA]

Make sure you clean out your washer bag! I didn't realize mine had junk in it and I clogged up my washer pump. Thinking I had a bad pump I tried to take it out but couldn't get to it so I replaced the whole thing with a washer tank with its own pump.

[TurboFource]

Already did BDA !

[TurboFource]

Hanging out under the dash today ….  Speedo cable, oil pressure gauge line and pedals installed.

[BDA]

Ahhh! The Lotus position! 

[Kendo]

Mine had carpet behind the pedals. Are you leaving it painted but uncarpeted?

[TurboFource]

Not sure at this point Kendo …. Just want to drive it ….

[Kendo]

There is that!