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Old 09-03-2011, 01:59 PM
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1982 300D Engine Temp

I just replaced the radiator on my car due to a split in the top tank. That job was not bad at all, thanks to TangoFox and Jimmy's input. There was no need to remove the fan and shroud at all.

I have an 84c t-stat. It was either that or a 90c one.

My car, from day one of ownership ran at 90c, during the summer running the a/c or not. I have owned the car for 5 years. With the radiator replacement, it still runs at 90c. I even removed the t-stat, and is still runs at 90c. When idling and the a/c on, it will creep up to 100c, and drop back down when traffic begins to move.

There is no oil in the cooling system. Water pump was replaced a few years ago.

I see lots of people saying thier cars run at 80c.

Is this normal?

Thanks!!!
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