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03-18-2003, 09:53 AM
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Viper owner
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Cincinnati
Posts: 2,434
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Normal operating temp question.
I just want to make sure my 96 GTS is in the acceptable range.
The gauge fluctuates from the first mark past the 190 and goes up about an 3/16 inch or so and then comes back down when the fan kicks on. This is in about 70 Deg air. I am guessing it ranges between 200 and 210? My 400 HP small block Chevy in my 69 Camaro runs much cooler so I was wondering if this is normal operating temp. Thanks |
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03-18-2003, 10:03 AM
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Enthusiast
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: bay area ca.
Posts: 603
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Re: Normal operating temp question.
My gauge hangs out at the third middle center line.and creeps a little more in stop n go...sounds about like yours.I have to keep an eye on mine ,because of the dreaded 01 waterpump issue...
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03-18-2003, 11:16 AM
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VCA Member
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Weatherford,TX
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Re: Normal operating temp question.
Your temp range seems to be normal.
When I had my first GTS (97 model), it took me a while to realize that the thing was not going to overheat. Seems like the gauge moves around more than any other car I have owned. |
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03-18-2003, 07:56 PM
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VCA Member
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Re: Normal operating temp question.
Perfectly normal....
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03-18-2003, 08:21 PM
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Oregon VCA President
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: Vancouver, WA
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Re: Normal operating temp question.
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03-18-2003, 08:33 PM
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VCA Western Zone Director
 Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Posts: 2,207
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Re: Normal operating temp question.
that is normal in city driving
It's not normal for highway driving. if you're cruisin at 80 in 5th or 6th gear the needle shouldn't move very much. |
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03-18-2003, 08:39 PM
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VCA Member
Join Date: Apr 2002
Location: Plainfield, Illinois
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Re: Normal operating temp question.
Normal.
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