My temp gauge never goes past 210 when out driving. My fans are rigged so they are on all the time. I think the engine is running hot and I don't trust my temp gauge. Is there a way to tell if I am running hot, besides using my temp gauge?

 

1. 210/220 is normal for our cars to run, so if that IS the case then youre fine.
2. Why aren't u sure your temp gauge is reading right? If it's the needle then let engine cool down over night, pop it off, and in the morning start it and re set the needle into the 100 mark.
3. Im not an expert in this field, but check engine parts for EXTREMLY hot surfaces... if you feel that it is overheating, then replace your fluid with a 60 percent to 70 percent water, rest filled with coolant, dont' take any chances

 

I am not sure if I agree with the "feel" method since most engine parts will be too hot to hold even if it's running on the cold side. Best method is when it's stone cold, open the rad cap and get a thermometer(they sell them for rads, they have a probe that fits down into the coolant)and while its warming up compare it to the guage. Some places have a laser they shoot at the hoses, you can do that also.