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VFRhugh · 08-11-2016, 08:32 AM

I installed a 160 deg thermostat and temperature gauge yesterday (from Snyder's). Fired her up and no leaks after idling for about 15 minutes so went for a test ride. It's 94 deg today. The APCO gauge was at 180 when I started down the street. I went about 15 miles round trip with a few stretches to 55 mph(Mitchell OD). Mostly 45 to 50 though. The gauge climbed to 190 and stayed there. I didn't lose any water. Question is, does this seem reasonable? I have searched but not found what normal should be. Does 190 under load sounds reasonable?
Hugh

08-11-2016, 08:32 AM	#19
VFRhugh Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Texas Posts: 177	Re: Intermittent Overheating at Highway Speeds I installed a 160 deg thermostat and temperature gauge yesterday (from Snyder's). Fired her up and no leaks after idling for about 15 minutes so went for a test ride. It's 94 deg today. The APCO gauge was at 180 when I started down the street. I went about 15 miles round trip with a few stretches to 55 mph(Mitchell OD). Mostly 45 to 50 though. The gauge climbed to 190 and stayed there. I didn't lose any water. Question is, does this seem reasonable? I have searched but not found what normal should be. Does 190 under load sounds reasonable? Hugh