Hot horn on dart big block
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Hi
Looking to add a hot horn to a 588 Dart Big Block. Almost all outboards have them, but not many inboards. Can't seem to find one on Teague or other sites. 180 degrees would be perfect. Usually it is a normally open sensor to a 12v horn, anybody make them specifically for inboards? Best place to mount sensor?
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Frank
Looking to add a hot horn to a 588 Dart Big Block. Almost all outboards have them, but not many inboards. Can't seem to find one on Teague or other sites. 180 degrees would be perfect. Usually it is a normally open sensor to a 12v horn, anybody make them specifically for inboards? Best place to mount sensor?
Thanks
Frank
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Don't know the Dart block but if you have a 1/4 NPT plug on the thermostat housing, suggest installing temp switch 48952. This temp switch is normally open and will close when it gets to around 200 degrees. Then connect the Merc horn () to the ignition purple wire, and the other side of the horn run to the temp switch.
If you have the standard Merc harness, this would be the Tan/Blue wire
https://www.mercruiserparts.com/48952-switch-assy-temp
If you have the standard Merc harness, this would be the Tan/Blue wire
https://www.mercruiserparts.com/48952-switch-assy-temp
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Thanks guys
Engine doesn't use a thermostat just a crossover pipe, so I'll either weld a fitting on the crossover or the Imco risers have a drain fitting I could probably utilize.
As always, thanks
Engine doesn't use a thermostat just a crossover pipe, so I'll either weld a fitting on the crossover or the Imco risers have a drain fitting I could probably utilize.
As always, thanks
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Maybe I got a head ofmyself for coolant temp or temp alarm sensors. On a Vic Jr intake manifold, there are three places one can use. Does your intake have these ?
Maybe a good idea to show pics of your intake manifold and thermostat housing so we can see and discuss.
Maybe a good idea to show pics of your intake manifold and thermostat housing so we can see and discuss.





