Sirsmiley9
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I need to know where the sensor locations are for the 360 magnum, and also where can i get plates to block them
Sensor locations on 360 magnum
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What are you trying to do?
The magnum has a crank sensor on the back of the block that doesn't require being "blocked". The cam sensor is in the distributor. The throttle body has the TPS, IAC, and MAP sensors. The IAT is in the intake manifold. Coolant temp is in the intake manifold. That's all that I can think of on a factory magnum EFI setup.
The magnum has a crank sensor on the back of the block that doesn't require being "blocked". The cam sensor is in the distributor. The throttle body has the TPS, IAC, and MAP sensors. The IAT is in the intake manifold. Coolant temp is in the intake manifold. That's all that I can think of on a factory magnum EFI setup.
TrailBeast
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My Magnum has a temp sensor in the passenger side of the block under the manifold.
I just left it in there unplugged, and used an intake temp sensor for an aftermarket gauge.
The only block off plate used is the LA style timing cover fuel pump mounting point.
What year/model? I've worked on and swapped a bunch of 5.2 and 5.9 magnums. I've never ran across a sensor like you've mentioned. But mopar has done some very odd stuff!
TrailBeast
AKA Mopars4us on Youtube
TrailBeast
AKA Mopars4us on Youtube
I did a quick image search but can't find a pic of it. (non of them had it)
It is a single wire connection that has a pin in the center and had a squeeze to release type end on it.
I know I'm not confusing it with another motor because I just saw it again when I pulled to header on that side to fix a leak in a tube.
Sirsmiley9
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Ive got a hole in the side of the timing cover, which I think is for some kind of sensor. A carberatur is going on it so it doesnt need any of these sensors but I would like to get any covers to bolt in and block them off, and im just asking because I dont want to miss any
Knock sensor...
TrailBeast
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Makes sense.
I thought that might be it, but wasn't using it anyway so it wasn't important until it came up here.
Thanks.
I have never heard of or read about a knock sensor on a magnum. I'm currently running a Holley EFI on my 5.9 magnum. Knock detection would be a GREAT thing to have.
DrEamer
I suffer from cars on the brain!
Which Holley system are you running? I'm looking hard at the new Terminator X Stealth. would love to hear you experience with what you have.
Holley Sniper is what I'm running. I would have spent a bunch more $$ for a Holley EFI with spark/knock control.
DrEamer
I suffer from cars on the brain!
I just checked, the Terminator X has the provision for 2 knock sensors. Also, the other big feature is that it looks like I will be able to wire in the the OE crank trigger. The system is another $500 over the Sniper, but as you said, I am willing to pay for those features. The only question I have, is how do you add a knock sensor, to an engine that did not have one to begin with?
I dont know how to attach a knock sensor and make it work correctly.
The magnum has a lifter retainer that is held down with 3 bolts in the lifter valley. That would probably be a great place to try and attach the sensors... I would put some studs in those and place the sensors on top of the retainer. I think LS engines have knock sensors in the lifter valley.
The magnum has a lifter retainer that is held down with 3 bolts in the lifter valley. That would probably be a great place to try and attach the sensors... I would put some studs in those and place the sensors on top of the retainer. I think LS engines have knock sensors in the lifter valley.
I have a 93 corvette.... The factory knock sensors screw in, where the block drain plugs would go. Not sure if that helps any.
FWIW, it dont make sense to me that a knock sensor would be on the timing cover.
FWIW, it dont make sense to me that a knock sensor would be on the timing cover.
DrEamer
I suffer from cars on the brain!
I found some information from the Holley forum about knock sensors, and so forth (linked below). Also, found some indication that for placement, away from the valve train, and towards the bottom, back part of the block worked best. The other consideration was that the sensor should be mounted between two cylinders if possible. I looked at my block, and it look like using one of the holes that are for the mid style engine mounts might be a good choice.
Connecting & Tuning Knock Sensors - Holley EFI
Knock Sensor Suggestions
Connecting & Tuning Knock Sensors - Holley EFI
Knock Sensor Suggestions
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