max operating temp 235

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  1. jnycnuk

    jnycnuk Member

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    my 52 - 235 is running about 210 (according to the original gauge). a little hot isn't it?
     
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    Max water temp

    180 F is normal working temp.210 F is to high!

    Martinius.
     
  3. vwnate1

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    Operating Temp.

    yes it is ~

    It won't hurt it as long as it gets no hotter but there's little margin for error there .

    Have you peered into the radiator when it's running ? . there should be a goodly current of coolant going past , the color is important too ~ if it's not translucent there's rust or crud in it that will hinder it's ability to transfer heat away .

    Dollar Stores usually have Candy or Turkey Thermometers with a long probe , place this in the open radiator neck when hot to see what the real coolant temp . is .

    Have you tested the radiator for clogs ? easy to do @ home .

    Easy to clean 'em out too , better than the Radiator Shop does .
     
  4. jnycnuk

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    thanks guys. I think I will pick up a thermometer as suggested. I did find out the thermostat was a 195f. changed to 180f. I didn't see a lot of movement inside the rad but water does flow through from rad cap to bottom rad hose opening ok. I don't think the original temp gauge is 100 percent accurate but i' m glad it was there to warn me. it is running a bit cooler now.
     
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