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vetpenny · 10-25-2022, 04:17 PM

I am trying to fix the temperature gauge in my 1935 ford. Originally I believe it contained a red liquid in a closed vessel. My gauge has liquid in it but it is clear. It is my impression that over time this red liquid became clear. Does anyone have any suggestions as to how I can get red fluid in my vessel-and how do other people resolve this issue. Thanks for your help.

Lawson Cox · 10-25-2022, 08:51 PM

Go to a 36 electric unit. No one makes a red fluid that will not fade as far as I know.

Brian · 10-25-2022, 11:43 PM

Lawson is thinking the 35 hydrostatic fuel gauge.
36 temp gauge is the same as your 35 one. If the liquid in your temp gauge has faded to clear, it is obviously one of those Argentinean repops, the genuine Ford temp liquid never fades. Best bet is to buy a replacement gauge, there are still nos units out there, be prepared to pay!

deuce lover · 10-26-2022, 12:30 AM

John Wolf & Co in OH can repair your gauge.They did my '33 dualtemp a few yrs ago and still good today.Around $250 last time I checked.NOS ones up to $400 now if you can find one.

Lawson Cox · 10-26-2022, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian

Lawson is thinking the 35 hydrostatic fuel gauge.
36 temp gauge is the same as your 35 one. If the liquid in your temp gauge has faded to clear, it is obviously one of those Argentinean repops, the genuine Ford temp liquid never fades. Best bet is to buy a replacement gauge, there are still nos units out there, be prepared to pay!

Yeah, my thinking is getting more screwed up every day. as I get older.

10-25-2022, 04:17 PM	#1
vetpenny Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 103	Temperature gauge in a 1935 ford I am trying to fix the temperature gauge in my 1935 ford. Originally I believe it contained a red liquid in a closed vessel. My gauge has liquid in it but it is clear. It is my impression that over time this red liquid became clear. Does anyone have any suggestions as to how I can get red fluid in my vessel-and how do other people resolve this issue. Thanks for your help.

10-25-2022, 08:51 PM	#2
Lawson Cox Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Above the gnat line in Georgia Posts: 7,009	Re: Temperature gauge in a 1935 ford Go to a 36 electric unit. No one makes a red fluid that will not fade as far as I know. __________________ Life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer to the end, the faster it goes. It is better to be seen, than viewed. "We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm".

10-25-2022, 11:43 PM	#3
Brian Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Masterton, New Zealand Posts: 3,844	Re: Temperature gauge in a 1935 ford Lawson is thinking the 35 hydrostatic fuel gauge. 36 temp gauge is the same as your 35 one. If the liquid in your temp gauge has faded to clear, it is obviously one of those Argentinean repops, the genuine Ford temp liquid never fades. Best bet is to buy a replacement gauge, there are still nos units out there, be prepared to pay! __________________ Unfortunately, two half wits don't make a whole wit!