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Anybody use a Temp. Gauge Radiator Cap?

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Anybody use a Temp. Gauge Radiator Cap?

Posted: 5/15/08 4:08pmMessage 1 of 16
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steves74
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I saw a radiator cap with a built in temperature gauge at Auto Zone yesterday.  Looked real nice.  Anybody use one.  If so, how does the temperature reading compare to the gauge inside the car and how do you like? 

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Anybody use a Temp. Gauge Radiator Cap?

Posted: 5/17/08 7:03amMessage 2 of 16
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Hey Steve,
 
I went out and took a look myself.  Those do look interesting.  I'd love to hear from someone who has used them too...
 
Thanks,
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Posted: 5/17/08 7:20amMessage 3 of 16
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Yea, I wish some one would chime in.  It was Mr Gasket brand and 24 bucks, I think.  With all the temp problems of the C3, you would think someone would have one.  Seems like a good idea.  Maybe I will try one.  Thanks.. steves742008-05-17 07:24:30

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Anybody use a Temp. Gauge Radiator Cap?

Posted: 5/17/08 1:55pmMessage 4 of 16
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Steve,
 
I ran out to my local Auto Zone and picked one up.  It's on my '82 as we speak.  I'll let you know how it works out...
 
If you have any specific questions...just let me know.
 
Thanks for bringing it to my attention....we'll see how it goes...
 
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Posted: 5/17/08 3:00pmMessage 5 of 16
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I have one of those caps on one of my Avanti's.  Looks nice and seems to be pretty accurate.  
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Posted: 5/17/08 6:24pmMessage 6 of 16
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Hey Gunslinger,
   How much difference between the cap and the temp gauge? 

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Anybody use a Temp. Gauge Radiator Cap?

Posted: 5/17/08 6:51pmMessage 7 of 16
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 Ever seen anything 'Mr. Gasket' that wasn't accompanied by 'Made In China'? Bought a dipstick assy for my Vette and it ticks me off every time I pull it out and see 'Made In China' stamped on it. Angry longhorn2942008-05-17 18:52:32

   I know the voices aren't real, but they have some pretty cool ideas...

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Anybody use a Temp. Gauge Radiator Cap?

Posted: 5/18/08 3:43pmMessage 8 of 16
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I can relate to that "china" thing.  Anybody know of a different brand or company that makes a similar cap?

Hey JSGarner, whats your initial reaction to the cap you installed?  Thanks

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Posted: 5/18/08 5:29pmMessage 9 of 16
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Initial reaction is that I like the look of it installed.  I didn't get the opportunity to drive the car this weekend (raining...and I don't let any rain hit my baby Approve)...so I'll have to wait a bit to check its use...
 
I'll keep you updated...
 
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Posted: 5/18/08 6:01pmMessage 10 of 16
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There seems to be very little difference...the cap is new and so are the gauges and sending unit so it seems to be a fair comparison.  I'd say the cap and temp gauge are essentially equally accurate...very little difference.

The cap works all the time...the gauge only works when the switch is on.
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