| Author | Message | ||
     Bikerrides |
Does anyone know the part# for the engine temp sensor aka head temp sensor for a 99 S3? Also, is there a cross reference to the same part that I can purchase at an auto parts store? | ||
| Buellistic |
Something that mess'es with the HEAD TEMPERATURE SENSOR is the IGNITION TIMING being either a little TOO SLOW or TOO FAST (where the timing is set by static timing)which creates more than normal HEAT ... | ||
| Two_seasons |
Why would you start an entirely NEW THREAD to address your ETS issue? We have given you what you asked for in this thread... http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/476 23/669579.html?1335144232  | ||
| Jramsey |
198 posts in that thread......lots to wade thru. A couple weeks ago I thought of mentioning to him about starting problem specific threads. | ||
| Buellistic |
There is "NO MONITORING" of this area on BWBers like on THUMPER FORUM on posting rules, UNLESS SOME BUELLer calls another BUELLer an ARSE or such !!! Then the MONITORS MONITOR ??? | ||
| Littlebuggles |
32564-99YB original was YA but superseded by the B version. Incidentally all the air cooled motors (tuber/xb) use the same part. Here another thread in the KV about it: http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/384 2/558210.html?1334910498 I'm attempting to locate the part from another source outside HD et al. Drag Specialties says it's a dealer only part, this is probably why they can change from the original price of $35 to $80. They seem to have us over a barrel on this one. Buellistic, I concur. I've been wondering if I have enough time in my schedule to volunteer for the job here in the old school, but am not certain what my schedule will give. | ||
| Dutch_x1 |
Not in stock at the moment , but they might be able to order 34,64$  http://www.latus-harley-davidson.com/HEAD-TEMP-SEN SOR-6.htm | ||
| Bikerrides |
Thanks for the help. It obviously is not available at an auto parts store. I searched Old School, Knowledge Vault, all of BadWeb, with every combination of terms I could think of to try to find the part# and or cross reference part. Wasn't successful, so I thought I'd post the question on a new thread. I knew I'd get the answer. I really appreciate everyones help! | ||
| Littlebuggles |
Has anyone take it into a parts store who is willing to look for it? NAPA won't even try to look stuff up for me, but the O'Reilly's will and I got my XB fuel filter and pressure reg o-rings from them. Buell/HD part numbers are frequently a reference for the dealer, not the number for parts sourced to other vehicles as well. I'm tired of being at the HD's mercy for parts that may require a little effort to find, but may be available through many other parts retailers or wholesalers. Wheel bearings, fuel filters, o-rings, fasteners... | ||
| Bikerrides |
"I'm tired of being at the HD's mercy for parts." This is why I posted this question. I also refuse to pay $85/hr anymore to have HD do the simplest of tasks! If I can do it myself and find the part at 1/2 the price or less, then I will. Chances are this part is not exclusive to HD, so I may be headed to NAPA, O'Reilly, Advance, and AZone w/the part. If I find it, I promise not to keep it a secret.  | ||
| Buellistic |
HARLEY-DAVIDSON "STEALERSHPS", making MECHANICS and PARTS MEN out of BUELL RIDERS since 1986 !!! Since 2009 that is even more true !!! | ||
| Preybird1 |
Only alternative is this HD site but you do have to know the part number and you will get 20% msrp. http://www.lshd1.com/servlet/StoreFront | ||
| Bikerrides |
Just called HD and the part# 32564-99YB above came up obsolete. However, the computer referred the parts guy to this number-P1278.K and it's $80. I will be attempting to find it somewhere else. It'll be tomorrow at the earliest that I can do any leg work on it. | ||
| Knwyman |
I ordered mine & the tool from American Sport Bike because I want to support a vendor that supports us. Aside from that, I've been thinking of using the plug & wire from the old sensor to make a "get me home safer", bailout harness. I figure a 300 - 400 ohm resistor to ground should do the trick... | ||
| Dutch_x1 |
i just started searching on google and found some parts that might do the thing. seems that porsche and vw use a similar sensor made by bosch http://www.vwvanagonparts.com/product/022906041A.h tml http://www.pelicanparts.com/cgi-bin/smart/more_inf o.cgi?pn=311-906-041-A-M14&catalog_description=Cyl inder%20Head%20Temp%20Sensor%2C%20914%2C%20All%20E xcept%201973%202%2E0%20%281970-76%29%2C%20Each%20 also a china brand http://www.chinavwaircooled.com/index.php/product/ Cylinder+Head+Temperature+Sensor+0280130012.html i also found this at motorcycle storehouse: http://www.motorcyclestorehouse.nl/product/531489/ key/0 http://www.motorcyclestorehouse.nl/product/942056 i`m no expert and this information might not be use full at all.just trying to help | ||
| Jramsey |
The sensor is threaded 3/8x16. | ||
| Bikerrides |
I'm going to take mine off the bike and take it to my local NAPA store. I went in there a month or so ago to get a rear brake light bulb. The oldest guy in there waited on me, asked what it came out of and I said a 99 Buell S3 Thunderbolt motorcycle. He looked at me funny and then said it was out of a 1970s something Mercedes SL, spouted out the part#, then walked over to where the bulbs were and handed me a 2 pack. Perfect fit! Never even looked in a parts book or on the computer. I figure he'll know exactly what it is, who made it, and if it's available or not, that is if he's ever seen it before. I agree w/supporting American Sport Bike and already have by purchasing front and rear ISOs and a few other odd pieces; I have a rather long list of things on my wish list that I want and will need from American Sport Bike over time, so I'll be showing my support. I'm not going to quibble over a few bucks, but when it comes down to $20-40 or more in savings and I don't have to pay shipping, I'm going to get it at a local parts store when available. Recently bought an O2 sensor for $19 ($32 on American Sport Bike) no shipping and had it in hand within minutes of paying for it online. That leaves me more money to buy things I want from American Sport Bike that I can't get anywhere else. | ||
| Knwyman |
Yeah, I get what you're saying about the cash for sure... Make sure any sensor you get has the right threads & the same resistance values for a given temp. You can find those numbers in the owners manual. If not, the ECM is going to make fueling changes based on incorrect temp readings & you're screwed. |
