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torakki |
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I finally got the '74 2.0L running well and went for a 20-to-30-minute drive. Temps were in the upper 80s and I'm not sure if the car was getting to hot.
Since there are no digits on the gage, I need to ask. I found a drawing of gages, so I think I'm in the 240 area. Not sure if the temp was still going to rise since I was back at home. The photo is from the passenger seat but from driver side, the "P" was mostly covered by the needle. Am I still in the safe area? Thanks for any knowledge on this. ![]() ![]() |
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wonkipop |
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the thing about running at an ideal temp of 90C is pretty true.
both my water pumpers run at a consistent 90C (top of the dial - mid way). renault clio RS and and audi A3. but they are water pumpers. the old air cooleds do waver around a bit and find it harder to precisely sit at some constant temp. but ideally it should be around the 90-100C range. i'll just add thats why i was always taught to change the oil in my old VW at twice the recommended intervals. engine temp is one. oil condition another. of course modern oils are so much better as @Superhawk996 says. or of course there is always the smell test. you can smell a hot motor. its a distinct odour. trust your nose. if all else fails. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) |
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