Otter switch temperature

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Boomer
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Otter switch temperature

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Hi guys, does anybody know the temperature at which the otter switch closes? i'm looking at replacing it with a modern screw in equivalent but obviously need one that will turn the fans on at the correct temperature.

As an interim solution, does anybody know where i can get the rubber o-ring and metal clip that hold the standard otter in?

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Re: Otter switch temperature

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92°c on 82°c off.

I think dealer is the only place where to find clip and rubber seal, but they are available without the switch.
I do not know if other car makers used the same system.
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boomer: please tell us your progress as I want to do the same. Have you got the right measuring already?
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Something in the back of my mind says Saab???

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Boomer wrote:Hi guys, does anybody know the temperature at which the otter switch closes? i'm looking at replacing it with a modern screw in equivalent but obviously need one that will turn the fans on at the correct temperature.

As an interim solution, does anybody know where i can get the rubber o-ring and metal clip that hold the standard otter in?

cheers
why not get shot of it all together??

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i dial in what ever temp i want the fans to come on and can adjust in the cabin as and when
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Re: Otter switch temperature

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mmm i have been toying with the idea of getting one of thoes sensor housings off ebay so i can fit a modern 'screw in' type sensor
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never had an issue since i fitted it :D
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