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graylx
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I don't have aftermarket gauges, so I have to rely on the stock gauge in the cluster for the time being.
On the stock gauge, wondering what other people are running. I realize the stock gauge is more or less an estimation of temp. but I was curious to see what other people on this board are running at. On a relatively stock vehicle (currently using 180 degree thermostat), should I be concerned that the needle is usually between M and A on the gauge? (The sensor should be accurate as it has been recently replaced.)
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A <--- The gauge ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
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Thanks for the help. ![[patriot]](graemlins/patriot.gif)
[ April 27, 2004, 03:30 PM: Message edited by: graylx ]
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1995 Impala SS
Posts: 891 | From: Fresno | Registered: Dec 2003
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Quick 88LX
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I too have a 180* thermo and my readings are always slightly above the L.
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L <Gauge reads just above here
So your thermo is either not working properly or something else in your cooling system is malfunctioning. You should NOT be anywhere near the R. And if you do the crude math... The R is around 210*. Your runnin' hot if your gauge is correct.
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Quick 88LX
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You changed the readings on me dude! No you should be fine now. Your temp is perfect
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graylx
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Sorry...the arrow was just to point out my carefully crafted piece of art. LOL. No, but it is running between M and A on Normal. You think that should be alright?
Was thinking of changing draining the system and replacing with a mixture of (roughly) 15-20% of antifreeze, 75% water, and a bottle of Water Wetter. But if I am okay, I would rather leave my car alone for a day or two and drink a beer.
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