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Old 07-20-2004, 06:19 PM
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Re: heated discussion

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Originally posted by dwest
89 300CE runs just about 85C all the time. Creeps up a bit in traffic, but not much.
My question is: Shouldn't there be an "ideal" operating temp? For best cumbustion and fuel effeciency? If so, what is it?
It is, the "ideal" temp is that specified in the manual, or on the small plate in engine bay, above right headlamp. That is, 80C.

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