280i temp sending unit

[tvrmk363]

does anyone have the number of the 280i coolant temp sending unit?

[mrzigazaga]

Hi Charlie


Sorry do not have a number but make sure it's compatible with the gauges you have fitted, and make sure the engine is completely cold when replacing it.


I bought one listed for a Capri mk3 2.8i but it was not compatible with the SW gauges and the engine was warm-ish, so probably freaks a lot of people out to see a temp reading of 280 on a 280i......however the £700 worth of 3 core alloy rad and kenlowe 18" turbo boost fan should handle that..

[jeff m2]

Assuming you have VDO gauges, Try Stewart Warner customer service, they should be able to help, either with a direct fit (i/8th NPT taper I think)
or they can supply a bushing adapter kit.

Or...you could go the US Mercury Capri route from your local auto supply..
Although the gauges might/will be different.....worth a shot for $20


Edit to add I must learn to read
I skipped over Zigs Capri comment

Edited by jeff m2 on Thursday 12th September 15:54

[mrzigazaga]

jeff m2 said:

I must learn to read
I skipped over Zigs Capri comment

...Hope you are well Jeff, you helped me loads through the years...

[Adrian@]

This is what I have in my 2.8...VDO323-801-005-005D , BUT there was a choice, being 1/8NPT and or 10MM and I cannot remember which I chose. A@
https://www.demon-tweeks.com/vdo-water-temperature...

[mrzigazaga]

18 NPT sounds right...

[tvrmk363]

Thanks I'll check into that source.