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07-07-2017, 01:26 PM | #1 |
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Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
I have a Boyce motor meter made for a model A to mount on steering column.
It has a sensor, that I was told mounts in a hollowed out head bolt. Is this correct? Could the head bolt still be torqued if it is hollow? Does anyone have one they would sell? |
07-07-2017, 03:00 PM | #2 |
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
I have one but can't get to it right now. Not for sale.
It is about 3 1/2" tall. Made from 11/16" or 3/4" hex stock. Only the top is hollow. About 1 1/2'" deep to accommodate the sensor. Bottom is drilled and tapped to fit the original head stud. The top is threaded to allow the sensor to be attached. It can be torqued. A machinist could make one.
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07-07-2017, 05:50 PM | #3 |
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
So it doesn't actually insert into the head inside the bolt, it is outside of the head above the hex head of the bolt. It is just all made together out of one piece?
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07-07-2017, 08:08 PM | #4 |
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You are correct on all counts.
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
I have two Boyce Moto Meters that I picked up at an auction. One is mostly intact and may actually work...though the sensor lead was chopped off at the sensor. Wondering if it's possible to replace the sensor???? And replicating that head bolt could be an interesting challenge - are there any out there?
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07-07-2017, 09:27 PM | #6 |
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aredballinst4.jpgre of the entire set up as new. There are places that can replace the bulb. I have lost his card, but it was in Oregon.
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
I think this is a thermocouple arrangement. If so, I have one on each of my cars. Just had a thought - why not make a special head nut to accept the sensor so you don't have to touch the stud.
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07-08-2017, 06:09 AM | #8 |
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
I have one of these and would sell it. I do not know if it is operating condititon, as I have never installed it, but would sell it as a conversation piece.
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07-08-2017, 07:12 AM | #9 |
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
Easy to test. Boil some water. Check temp with a candy thermometer and insert bulb in to water.
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07-08-2017, 07:26 AM | #10 |
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
I made an adapter like MAG describes back in the '70's it worked OK but was so far removed from the water jacket it took a long time to react to temp. changes so made an adapter to fit the sensor that screwed into the back of the gooseneck, much better.
The Red Ball motometers are expensive to repair as their working pressure is 90-100 PSI, about 10 times higher than the other gauges available. |
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
give me a price on the motometer
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07-08-2017, 10:50 AM | #12 |
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I am interested in the motor meter.
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07-08-2017, 11:17 AM | #13 |
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
it wont be a problem to torque to the low 55lbs of the model A. A rusty original head stud will hold to 120lbs. And that will only happen when your to new and too busy to check what the torque spec should be. But not too busy to do the lengthy repair of drilling and retapping the rear most head stud.
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07-08-2017, 02:58 PM | #14 |
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
If the motometer IS repairable, Williamson's Instruments in Arkansas can repair it. Often, the small bulb at the end of the tube is missing or damaged. They can replace or repair them and "tune-up" the meter. It won't be quick and may be pricey depending on what the condition is. I've had three or four re-done and have no hesitation recommending them.
It's worth looking them up & giving them a call. |
07-08-2017, 04:16 PM | #15 |
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Repair cost is $295.00
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07-08-2017, 10:46 PM | #16 |
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07-08-2017, 11:49 PM | #17 | |
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In it, you can see clearly how the bolt was made. I would think a machine shop could make one up for you. I'm not nearly good enough on using my lathe to volunteer. Tom how about you, up to the challenge? Have any hex stock hanging around?
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07-09-2017, 05:32 AM | #18 |
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
While a different model (goes into the hose here is one for sale;
http://www.ebay.com/itm/352109168020
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07-09-2017, 02:07 PM | #19 |
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Re: Boyce Moto Meter Head Bolt for sensor
Some years ago someone made the head bolt for these, don't remember who did it but you might look at various websites for vendors. We ran one for years but moved to the modern temp gauge because the motometer doesn't actually show degrees just operating temp etc.
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