...especially since its a bit of a PITA to get at.
Crank position sensor 24X vs 58X
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Why are you thinking of installing the 58x sensor? Someone else may chime in, but I would advise using the o.e. 24X when you fix your car. Do not get a cheap aftermarket sensor!
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The reason I ask is: I'm wondering if the mounting boss on a newer generation block that's designed for the 58X reluctor is any different than the mounting boss of the older generation blocks. If the mounting boss is different; the older 24X reluctor may not be sufficiently close to the reluctor wheel to generate a good signal once the block heats up and expands etc.
I do plan on using the OE sensor. As you stated, it's a real PITA to get at especially with headers. So I only want to do this once and need to be sure the sensor lengths are the same between the newer generation block and the older generation. Otherwise, I may need to mill the block a little while it's apart to get the 24X sensor closer to the reluctor wheel.
I do plan on using the OE sensor. As you stated, it's a real PITA to get at especially with headers. So I only want to do this once and need to be sure the sensor lengths are the same between the newer generation block and the older generation. Otherwise, I may need to mill the block a little while it's apart to get the 24X sensor closer to the reluctor wheel.
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The reason I ask is: I'm wondering if the mounting boss on a newer generation block that's designed for the 58X reluctor is any different than the mounting boss of the older generation blocks. If the mounting boss is different; the older 24X reluctor may not be sufficiently close to the reluctor wheel to generate a good signal once the block heats up and expands etc.
I do plan on using the OE sensor. As you stated, it's a real PITA to get at especially with headers. So I only want to do this once and need to be sure the sensor lengths are the same between the newer generation block and the older generation. Otherwise, I may need to mill the block a little while it's apart to get the 24X sensor closer to the reluctor wheel.
I do plan on using the OE sensor. As you stated, it's a real PITA to get at especially with headers. So I only want to do this once and need to be sure the sensor lengths are the same between the newer generation block and the older generation. Otherwise, I may need to mill the block a little while it's apart to get the 24X sensor closer to the reluctor wheel.
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I don't know what all you've checked out of course, but I wouldn't rule out a faulty connector and/or wiring either. Most of the LSx sensors deal with very low voltage and current levels, so it wouldn't take much in the way of a loose or ill-fitting or deformed connector pin to create a higher than normal resistance, and the subsequent voltage drop that goes with it. Maybe even an intermittent open-circuit too. Wiring harnesses often get banged around pretty good during engine swaps.
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Just some food for thought:
I don't know what all you've checked out of course, but I wouldn't rule out a faulty connector and/or wiring either. Most of the LSx sensors deal with very low voltage and current levels, so it wouldn't take much in the way of a loose or ill-fitting or deformed connector pin to create a higher than normal resistance, and the subsequent voltage drop that goes with it. Maybe even an intermittent open-circuit too. Wiring harnesses often get banged around pretty good during engine swaps.
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I don't know what all you've checked out of course, but I wouldn't rule out a faulty connector and/or wiring either. Most of the LSx sensors deal with very low voltage and current levels, so it wouldn't take much in the way of a loose or ill-fitting or deformed connector pin to create a higher than normal resistance, and the subsequent voltage drop that goes with it. Maybe even an intermittent open-circuit too. Wiring harnesses often get banged around pretty good during engine swaps.
HTH
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