1990 ranger 2.3l temp gauge problem

[slipknotfan67]

i bought a 1990 ford ranger 2.3l, and the temp gauge hasnt worked since i got it. Since thats like one of the most important gauges i need to have a temp gauge, i went and bought an aftermarket gauge to read the temp as i am not really interested in getting the stock one to work. I understand there is a temp sensor and a temp sending unit, which one do i replace the aftermarket sensor with, and where exactly is it located? thank you

 

[Hooligan]

Sending unit may be located in a relay under the hood. Temp sensor I believe in that is in the thermostat

 

[bobkyle2]

i would get a mechanical gauge... and just find a place for it in the head or another location

 

[Hooligan]

Thread moved to the new 2.3 engine tech section