07-20-2014, 07:15 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA Street Roadster #782 with 459 cu in FE KC engine, toploader, 3.31
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Originally Posted by kevins2
I also have Smith's gauges (and an FE) and my water temp stays between 80 and 85c unless idling for an extended time and then it might hit 90c. Could be difference between gauges to what Patrick experiences, but as said - consistency is what to look for. And Fred, it did take a bit to get used to the metric scale, but I don't even think about it anymore. One thing that I find curious is that the Smith temp gauges are metric but the Smith oil pressure gauge is in PSI... |
Kevin - what thermostat did you install? I'm kicking myself for installing a 160F thermostat as so far my engine sits right on 80C which is a little cool. I did spring for the HD puller fan unit which seems to be very efficient at doing it's job.
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