stock guage says im about to overheat...
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Car: 85 IROC
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: 700R4
stock guage says im about to overheat...
as the title says, the stock guage says im about to over heat onthe white line before red, but the diacom-p software says the coolant temp is 208. which one should i trust?
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Engine: Sb2.2 406
Transmission: Jerico 4 speed
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I would trust software. Keep in mind the sender for the gauge is installed in the cylinder head, so it is subject to heat emitted by the exhaust system.
I have my temp gauge installed in my intake for mroe reliable readings.
I have my temp gauge installed in my intake for mroe reliable readings.
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