[Healeys] Runnin' hot

[Alan Grossman]

Again thanks to all.
Turns out the gauge was reading high by at least 10 F. Also drained some 
coolant and replaced with water, and lowered the temp a bit.

Really appreciate the help, stay tuned for my next questions.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Oudesluys" <coudesluijs at chello.nl>
To: "Alan Grossman" <agrossman at pacific.net>
Cc: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2011 2:31 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Runnin' hot


> Check the accuracy of the gauge first, then check the opening
> temperature of the thermostat in a pan of water with a good laboratory
> thermometer and low heat to let the temperature of the water rise slowly.
> The max. coolant temperature in the top of the radiator or cylinder head
> should be about 10:C over the opening  temperature of the thermostat.
> Kees Oudesluijs