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Offline MrRiden

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Oil Temp Dipstick
« on: February 24, 2008, 06:52:19 PM »
I'd like to pick up one of those oil dipstick thermometers but the only one I can find is more than $80, a bit steep to me. I've even checked out some industrial supply houses and with a simple machined adapter cap [calling Justin] it would be cheaper. Anyone seen one of these ready to install for a reasonable price?

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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #1 on: February 24, 2008, 07:26:22 PM »
I installed a Luftmeister temp indicating dipstick in 1990, it will surprise you, on how hot the R65 engine runs in the desert heat Rich !!!

I'm not so sure how accurate the reading is, because when the engine is running, my best guess would be, that the only oil that gets on the dipstick would be 'splash' oil, not oil sitting in the sump, and whether or not it would make a difference on a 'true' temp reading on how hot the oil is.

As far as price, you're probably not going to find anything for a less costly price, I paid $90 for mine 18 years ago.
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #2 on: February 25, 2008, 08:42:06 AM »
Rich.......where did you find that one??
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #3 on: February 25, 2008, 04:46:43 PM »
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Rich.......where did you find that one??
Eurotech has them available at http://www.eurotechmotorsports.com/forms/MyBike.cfm?do=detail&q_part=30100
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #4 on: February 25, 2008, 08:29:04 PM »
If you do decide to use the indicating dipstick, make sure to check the oil level marks on the new dipstick, as compared to the OEM dipstick markings.

The Luftmeister dipstick markings weren't even close to the OEM dipstick.
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #5 on: February 26, 2008, 06:14:06 AM »
I'm running a Wunderlich dipstick temperature gauge on my R65 similar to the one pictured. It has never gone over 120deg C even in stop-go traffic in Oz summer. Unfortunately, I only have one eye and the right hand side one at that, so looking at the temp on the run means I have to lean precariously over to the left, so I only check it when stopped.
I've installed pod mounted oil temp/pressure gauges on my project R90/6. I toyed with installing the temperature sender in the sump plug, but decided to try something different due to advice the upper oil level is the hottest. I modified the stock metal dipstick so that a VDO dipstick sender runs along the original dipstick and exits the screw cap. It needed shortening, but it wasn't an issue as the sensing element is at the end, and the rest is just a tube with a silicon insulated wire running up the middle. The sensing element is about 10mm lower than the dipstick and just stops short of the oil pump pickup, so will always be in oil. I'll have a quick connect for the wiring so I can always easily check the level.
I'll take pics soon pf the construction process and finished product and post if anyone is interested.

Bill............................;-)
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #6 on: February 29, 2008, 09:13:31 PM »
Well of course we are interested!

Especially if it has pictures!   [smiley=1drink.gif]
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #7 on: February 29, 2008, 09:38:30 PM »
Seems like he would know the answer to questions like that by now!   [smiley=ROTFLMAO.gif]
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #8 on: March 24, 2008, 06:42:14 AM »
A bought dipstick for my r45 in Austrian Louis store. It costed only 20€. Readings are accurate bit it has not got oil level marks.
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #9 on: March 25, 2008, 10:33:33 AM »
Just as a matter of interest - what readings do you get on the guage during hot / "normal"/ cold riding conditions ?

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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #10 on: March 25, 2008, 05:54:03 PM »
On a hot summer day with bike fully loaded 115deg C. Wintertime 80deg C. Normal country ride betwen 90-100deg C.  Driving on a highway or long steep hill warms oil in engine to 110deg C.
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #11 on: March 25, 2008, 07:17:57 PM »
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A bought dipstick for my r45 in Austrian Louis store. It costed only 20€. Readings are accurate bit it has not got oil level marks.
That looks a lot like some of the industrial supply units I have looked at but with an adapter to fit the threaded dipstick hole. Hmmm. Can you provide any more information on the store?
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #12 on: March 26, 2008, 02:58:08 AM »
www.louis.de  German name for dipstick temperature gauge is oeltemperaturanzeiger.
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #13 on: March 26, 2008, 06:15:54 PM »
Even with shipping and customs it still comes out a bit less. thanks ciciban I'll give this a try!
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Re: Oil Temp Dipstick
« Reply #14 on: April 06, 2008, 08:58:23 PM »
I talked about putting an oil cooler on my r65 awhile back on this forum and have now got some of the parts ordered.  But I wanted to show you the digital oil temp/clock I put on the bike.  It is a meat thermometer with a real nice remote sensor that I JB welded to the side of the oil pan.  It reads very accurate.  I compared the measurement to my portable infra red meter. It also has an alarm you can set to go off if the oil  gets too hot for you.  Best part it only costs $9.99 with free shipping?  :o Here is the link:  http://www.indoorhealthproducts.com/912.htm
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