Where to put temperature probe?
 

I just bought a digital temperature monitor from Radio Shack so I could tell how hot it was outside. But the problem is, where should I locate the probe to get the best reading?

I was looking through my manual on my Caravan to get some idea where Dodge puts it but it doesn't go into that detail, so I leave it to the board for the answer.

Oh yeah, forgot to mention it's going in the Carrera...of course!

Cheers,

Joe
86 Carrera
92 Grand Caravan
86 Olds 98

That is a tough one. In the engine compartment=heat. In the cab=heat multiplication. Under the front end=probably most accurate but wind chill when moving.

Digital temperature probe?

Umm.... first get on your stomach..... make sure your shorts are to your ankles..... and..... :eek:

No mom ...I'm not sick anymore...really!

MOST AUTO MANUFACTURERS PUT THEM IN FRONT OF THE A/C CONDENSORS OR ATTACHED TO THE FRONT BUMPER ON THE INSIDE. JUST PUT IT IN FRONT AND OUT OF THE SUNLIGHT. ALSO WINDCHILL IS NOT A FACTOR UNLESS YOUR PROBE HAS SKIN AND A HEARTBEAT .

Kurt Williams

Thanks for all the help, I knew I could count on you guys for the answer.

I think I'll tape it somewhere behind my front valance, probably by one of my fog lights.

Cheers,

Joe

You should keep your probe dry (in this case). A wet probe will experience wind chill (evaporation).

Behind the front bumper is ideal.