Cool/Heat: Not a Studebaker, but....

[jnormanh]

Something strange happened today which I can't explain. Took My Sprite out for a good run - everything normal, oil pressure 50 psi, temp 170 (it's on a 165 thermostat).

Parked it in the garage, and about 6 hours later decided to check the oil. The upper radiator hose was still HOT. Felt the cylinder head, block, upper and lower rad tanks - all were just barely warm, as expected.

It's a mystery to me.

Any ideas?

[jclary]

My guess is "heat transfer." Metal is much better at it than thick rubber.

[Pat Dilling]

Basic physics has heat rising. Often the upper rad hose is the highest point.

[t walgamuth]

Nothing to worry about if its not showing hot on the gauge or spitting out coolant suggesting a failed gauge. Heat remains in metal and coolant for a long time.

[SN-60]

If it ain't broke.................

[mapman]

It's British. Probably a Lucas ghost. Although it may have to do with [S]omething [U]nknown.
(I am a TR3 owner).
Rob

[55s]

Don't guess. Use a heat gun, often on sale for $20 now.