It does sound like a temp sensor 1-1-5 #45 but it could be the one that goes in the R/H head for the temp gauge or possibly the Lambda temp sensor that goes in the Y pipe. Parts Manual 2-3-0 #14. Unless it was replaced or there is a plug instead you would be losing coolant like crazy.
> While I had the fuel distributor off, I decided to look into the backside------------------------------------
> of the "valley of death" with my trusty mirror. Lo and Behold, I saw this
> item and was able to retrieve it. It measures just over 1/2 inch long and
> the hex head part fits an 11mm socket. It appears to be made of solid
> brass or possibly bronze. For those who can't see the pictures, from the
> hex head, it narrows down in a cone shape and has a flat point that is 1/8
> inch across. I went through the entire parts manual and could find
> nothing similar.
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> Any one got any idea what this is????
>
> Mike TPS 1630
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