With all this talk about thermostats, I was wondering if someone could tell me
what they see for typical temperature gauge readings? Last Saturday, the ambient
temperature here in Connecticut was around 88 degrees F. On my drive home from
work, the Spit temp gauge went up to just below the 3/4 mark, (highway drive at
about 60mph.) Is this typical for you other Spit owners out there? Just
curious.
BTW, I have a Hayden electric pusher on the car with the 185 degree F
thermostat. Seems to help out in traffic during the summer months.
Regards,
Glenn
Neil Penberthy wrote:
> Trevor writes more about thermostats.
>
> I don't want to labor the point but :
>
> 1. If the thermal transfer is better in the radiator (losing heat to the
> air), is it also the case that the motor will lose more heat to the water ?
> I think this is a bad assumption. I would like to know why you think your
> engine is cooler. Have you taken core temperature readings ? You must have
> access to some neat equipment if you have. I'd like to see this information.
>
> 2. Why did my Spitfire run hotter with back to back tests with and without
> the 'stat? My conclusions are based on overheating symptoms as well as a
> temp gauge reading.
>
> Trevor I'll ignore the smart comments that come with each reply. OK ? We
> all can share our opinions can't we ? Isn't that what these lists are all
> about - information not attitudes.
>
> I'd be interested in your information if you have anything other than
> anecdotal evidence. I have plenty of that already.
>
> Otherwise I think we'll have to agree to differ. My experience (including
> some time as a wrench), and all the advice I've been given on good
> authority is obviously contrary to your opinion.
>
> Neil
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Glenn Bowley
75 Spitfire 1500
FM30644U
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