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#1603661 05/12/2026 2:06 AM
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Have a 1954 235ci Chevy engine. Having trouble threading in the temp. sensor into the head. Does anyone know the thread size used there, is it possibly a pipe thread size. Last year at this time I had the sensor out, but it seam to screw in fine then but won't now. Thought I would try and run a tap in the hole, but unsure of the size. Any help appreciated!

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Should be a straight thread with a tapered seat on the bottom. That's assuming it's the same as a 216ci, which it should be. I could go measure it for you on my engine sitting in the garage.

[on edit] can't get a good measurement on the port in the head, but tomorrow, I'll measure the sensor thread. It's definitely a straight thread.

Last edited by klhansen; 05/12/2026 6:00 AM. Reason: added info

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Thanks Kevin, I think I may have found the thread size, 5/8 x 18, and yes a straight thread. That size was last used in the 1955 235 motor. If you have a chance, please verify the size (and my information).

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Confirmed at 5/8 inch, 18 TPI.


Kevin
1951 Chevy 3100 work truck
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1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car)
Busting rust since the mid-60's
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