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Old 05-08-2008, 10:15 AM
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A question about engine temp?

Hi
I was wondering about engine temps! If i start my 33 and leave it she will eventually reach 80*c then the fan comes on. Now if you start driving the temp comes down to between 60*c and 80*c depending on how hot a day it is. When im driving home on a cold night at around 80kmh the temp guage is showing around 60*c (the little line inbetween 40 and 80!)
I was wondering if this is normal, because someone says something about the thermostat being stuck which causes the temp to go down as you drive!

I thought it was normal for the temp to go down as you are driving and getting the outside air going through the radiator, all the older cars i have had have certainly worked like this! can anyone verify the truth for me please! Is my car working normal???

Cheers!
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