How do I read the temperature gauge on my 52 Studebaker Champion (I6). Where should the normal operation be. See attached picture. Well I will post a picture later, it looks like I can't from my iPhone. Will get on a computer later.
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I believe anything within that oval is considered safe operating range. Yours still has some warming up to do, unless your thermostat is opening too soon.Brad Johnson,
SDC since 1975, ASC since 1990
Pine Grove Mills, Pa.
'33 Rockne 10, '51 Commander Starlight. '53 Commander Starlight
'56 Sky Hawk in process
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That oval racetrack is the normal operating range, and your picture shows it to be in the low end of the track. My 1950 Champion runs about 190 or so and I have 50% antifreeze, which also raises the boiling point. Antifreeze also keeps the rust and freeze cracks away. I can't believe some people still believe in using plain water.
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Just keep in mind the accuracy of 65-year old gauges, senders wiring, is never a given. When the gauge is at the normal warm day cruising position, put a professional quality thermometer in the neck of the radiator. That's the hottest point. While it will be slightly different temperature than where the sender is located, it gives a real number against which to mentally calibrate the gauge pointer position.
jack vinesPackardV8
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my '51 usually goes up to about 3/4's of the way in "normal driving" - stop & go traffic, a little higher but goes back down when moving.
it is about time for a flush & fill, and check the thermostat for correct operation. i wouldn't think about using anything other than a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and water. I may drop a new 160 thermostat in her since i live in warm climate area.
also, check the radiator cap for holding pressure.Kerry. SDC Member #A012596W. ENCSDC member.
'51 Champion Business Coupe - (Tom's Car). Purchased 11/2012.
'40 Champion. sold 10/11. '63 Avanti R-1384. sold 12/10.
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