Temp Sensor

[yellowz]

I just fitted a new temp sensor to a 280Z and it does not screw all the way in until the seal hits the housing. The seal sits about 2 turns short of the housing but does not seem to leak, have not run it right up to temp yet. It is the newer one piece sensor - if anyone wants a new sensor that needs a collar let me know!

Is this standard? I put the knackered one back in and that looks to seat proud of the housing as well but not so much.

 

[jonbills]

from memory, I don't think they do seat all the way down.

 

[jonbills]

here's mine:

 

[yellowz]

Thanks
Here is what mine looks like. Have taken it up to temperature now and no leak, it just surprised how far away the seal is!