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1981 stock motor running temp

Posted: 9/20/23 10:10amMessage 1 of 6
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NJ, NJ - USA
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Vette(s): 1996 c4 coupe black / black
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i was doing some spirited driving on the interstate and noticed the coolant temp creeping over the 200 mark , as well as oil temp. is this normal range for 85-95 mph running?

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Re: 1981 stock motor running temp

Posted: 9/20/23 11:01amMessage 2 of 6
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195-220 is pretty normal.  What is it normally reading when you're just going around town? I can't imagine it being much less.

 

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Re: 1981 stock motor running temp

Posted: 9/20/23 11:03amMessage 3 of 6
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thanks. its always under 200 when normal driving .. just got a bit concerned when i was hauling ass

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Re: 1981 stock motor running temp

Posted: 9/20/23 11:07amMessage 4 of 6
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Vette(s): 1972 LT-1 convertible with factory air. 2017 Black Rose Grand Sport M7 convertible.

Sounds pretty normal to me.  Does it have a 195* thermostat?



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Re: 1981 stock motor running temp

Posted: 9/20/23 11:08amMessage 5 of 6
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not sure... i never changed it. im assuming stock

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Re: 1981 stock motor running temp

Posted: 9/21/23 11:48amMessage 6 of 6
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My 82 runs about 200 to 220 in Texas summer and that's after I installed the new DeWitt radiator.  So I think your good.

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