How NOT to Blow Up Your 8.1 Vortec Engine in Your WorkHorse Chassis with Engine Temperature Alarm

How NOT to Blow Up Your 8.1 / 8100 Vortec Engine in Your WorkHorse Chassis with Engine Temperature Alarm. If you own a 8.1 Vortec in a workhorse chassis then its very important to never let it over heat.
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[@heli_av8tor807]

Another winner Kevin. Thanks for all the help for us Workhorse guys.

[@ktoutdoor]

Thanks for taking the time to leave a reply

[@llspragulus]

Thanks so VERY VERY much for this video!! You've helped me immensely in my stress levels on my workhorse. THANK YOU THANK YOU!!

[@ktoutdoor]

Thank you for the kind words 🙏 if you have any questions just text my cell phone [phone] Kevin.

[@adilioborja]

Goood Job!! What you doing is good for us weekend worriers. I just bought a Sightseer 2005. 29' And it came with the same motor 454 8.1 Workhorse and with one video I am learning so much that makes me feel safe while I am driving The RV. Keep doing what you doing!!

[@ktoutdoor]

Thank you .. its comments like yours that keep me motivated to make them.. On a technical note although the 8.1 is loosely based off the old 454 its actually a 496 cubic inch engine. Let me know if I can be of any help my cell is 606-875-0125 Kevin

[@DougKoper]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge on a motorhome that I have. Well, same chassis and motor.

[@ktoutdoor]

Your very welcome thanks for watching.

[@keithmaddox2917]

Thanks Again for your great information I am thinking of doing that to my 8.1 also

[@ktoutdoor]

Its cheap insurance

[@geneduclos4003]

Great video Kevin. Thank you. Your dash is eventually going to look like an F15 cockpit. When does your video on the installation of the altimeter and turn coordinator gauges come out?😁

[@JustinJohnsonRealtor]

Lmao!

[@jimmccarthy6004]

cat3 autoland next!

[@scottconnell8167]

How did you get 2 scan gauges to work and can you monitor eight different functions on your ScanGauge

[@ktoutdoor]

Yes I can watch 8 different functions at the same time but if you do you have to set the data ping rate to the lowest setting or you will get a error on the dash cluster. I used this for my connection. Docooler 16Pin OBD2 Splitter Extension Cable Male to Dual Female Y Cable 30cm by Dealauto Learn more: www.amazon.com/dp/B000TMCX72/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_Cnx4FbVJ0JD2C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

[@brandymae9762]

Did you have to go under the engine to install this temp sensor at all? We just bought an 01 forest river windsong and it has this exact engine. There’s only 18400 miles on the rig, so I’m a bit skeptical as I heard that less miles on the engine isn’t always a “good thing” (not sure how true this is) and would like to get this sensor installed.

[@ktoutdoor]

You have options I mounted my sensor in the cylinder heads water jacket from the wheel well but you can also mount to cylinder head from above call or text me if you have any questions. 606-875-0125 Kevin

[@tufftrails]

2004 HR Admiral 30PDD P32 Temp gauge is not working, actually the needle on the gauge sits below it's normal cold, not-running position , (if that means anything) tested the Temp sensor, it passed, no engine codes. runs fine as usual. The instrument cluster is now disassembled on my kitchen table... needle seems to move fine. Has sat for almost year, but started it every week or so just to keep the batteries charged. I assume that the ECM is getting it's info from the sending unit, though the gauge is not. What can I do to get the gauge to work. I think it is OK to operate and drive, but would be nice to know the temp when pulling hills with a TOAD. Any suggestions?? Perhaps a wiring diagram so I can test the continuity from the gauge to the sending unit??

[@ktoutdoor]

Please watch at least part 1 kzbin.info/aero/PL2iVqSqj_ofsDtD6EVvlyunUHaugywPjj I would not leave home with our Workhorse with out a scangauge 3 This will give you you true engine temp in digital form call or text my cell 606-875-0125 Kevin i have some PDF files that may help you.

[@tufftrails]

@@ktoutdoor Ordered...thank you Kevin.

[@Richie7884]

Have a question about the radiator fan , when driving the clutch seems to be working fine so very little noise at highway speed , but , off once the fan clutch does turn the radiator fan at lower speeds the sound is like a 737 at takeoff power , do you know of any available replacement fans that would run quieter and fit a W22 with an 8.1? Thank You.

[@ktoutdoor]

I only know of the OEM fan and I would stick with it.. the way our acts is when we first pull out the fan may roar but with in a 1/4 mile its all quit / normal fan sound.. Now if I start to pull a hill on a warm day and the temp. gets over 205 then I will here it roar but only for a short time. At what temps are you hearing the load fan noise.

[@Richie7884]

@@ktoutdoor Hello Kevin , Seems anytime or temp, for example a cold start we get a huge roar from the radiator fan , then driving up to about the time the trans shifts into second gear, The shape and design of the fan blades are basically very crude. I am somewhat surprised there hasn't been more demand from Workhorse owners for a quieter replacement fan, Thanks again !

[@ktoutdoor]

@@Richie7884 I installed something like this on the engine cover and in the wheel wells and it made a big difference in the noise.. LINGDA 21.53 SqFT 10mm Heat Shield Thermal Sound Insulation Proofing Deadener Mat Car Noise Control Acoustic Dampening Moistureproof Waterproof (40"X80") by FlyspeedUS Learn more: www.amazon.com/dp/B074STNQBQ/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_sr4dGb462D118

[@susanworster2725]

Hello Kevin, What is the little green cap next to the throttle body and what does the part do? I snapped mine off and don't know what it is.

[@ktoutdoor]

I think its the EVAP purge solenoid it runs the gas tank fumes back into the engine.

[@susanworster2725]

@@ktoutdoor Thank you! Where can we locate this part? Have checked several auto parts stores and cannot find it.

[@ktoutdoor]

@@susanworster2725 Can you text me a picture of yours? my cell 606-875-0125 Kevin

[@steelheadstalker4715]

How did you power it? Did you go straight to the battery, will that keep it on all the time or did you hook it into an accessory?

[@ktoutdoor]

I powered it from a accessory wire from under the dash it has a very low amp draw. I love my new toy.

[@steelheadstalker4715]

@@ktoutdoor Thanks again for all your help. GOD bless

[@ktoutdoor]

@@steelheadstalker4715 Anytime

[@nosdehgan4401]

I like to try the version one set up since I don't have the right tools to go with version 2. On version one what is the screw size you used to botl the insulation to engine...?

[@ktoutdoor]

3/8 thread I think? are you putting this on a 8.1 Vortec engine?

[@nosdehgan4401]

@@ktoutdoor yes I am... Have the same engine in my RV, workhorse 8.1L...

[@ktoutdoor]

@@nosdehgan4401 Then I would suggest the scangauge 3 it does this and so much more. link to gauge below video kzbin.info/aero/PL2iVqSqj_ofsDtD6EVvlyunUHaugywPjj let me know what you think.

[@nosdehgan4401]

@@ktoutdoor I have seen your videos. It's a must have... Thanks for responding to my question.

[@ktoutdoor]

@@nosdehgan4401 Your very welcome

[@jamespinkerman5046]

like your video's but sound is very low

[@carlbeaver7112]

Do you realize that submerged temp sensors need to be submerged to be accurate? That's the reason the OE temp sensors don't indicate over temp due to coolant loss until it's too late. The coolant no longer surrounds the sensor, the gauge will actually drop until the engine casting or air inside becomes hot enough to cause the sensor to show the increasing (but inaccurate - low) temperature. You were doing fine with the sensor mounted to the surface. That sensor appeared to be inserted into an electrical connector with a large surface area that made it susceptible to ambient air cooling causing it to fluctuate. Possibly just covering the outside exposed portion of the terminal with a coating of silicone sealer may have cured the condition. I haven't watched the entire video (lengthy) but if you haven't considered it I would check your attached sensor vs the OE sensor as reported to the ECU by way of a scan device to determine if and/or how much variance there is, if any, between the surface and submerged temperatures and adjust the alarm level accordingly.

[@ktoutdoor]

Thank you for contributing Carl, Yes I track it closely the ECM temp reading match within 2 or 3 degrees thru out the temp range up to 220 as we where setting in traffic last year. I keep a close eye on it. .. I'm always experimenting ..lol