mcalus

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My engine temp guage will jump a little bit when I get up on it. Not much, prolly about a 1/8 of an inch past 210. The fans kick on and it pretty much instantly goes down, I just worry about small stuff. Should I just not sweat the small stuff? Is this something I should look into?

What do you suggest?

Thanks!

liquidsmooth

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Would any other car not get hot if you beat on it? Don't worry about it. Make sure both fans spin and your coolant level is good and your radiator is clean.

mcalus

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I guess im just worrying about it too much, I just got this car about 3 months ago. Thanks!

darom

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You can reprogram the PCM and have the fans kick in sooner. Or you can install a manual over-ride switch turning the fans on when you think the car is running hot. Search on this board, there is a link posted with a diagram. My car before the mods used to do the same thing as yours.

Juicy J

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Meh.. the engine is working harder... more energy equals more heat. Dont worry about it. My car will go just a little bit past 210 if I am beating on it.

mcalus

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Ok thanks guys! BTW, are those C5 rims in your sig? SEXY!

BadGTho

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it's totally normal, it's just that these cars have a linear temp gauge so you notice it more.

i would consider a PCM tune, a colder stat and a coolant flush if you are concerned/

MR.HOPKINS03Z06

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thats strange my car doesnt ever go above 210 beating on it or not its always at the same temp lol am i the oddball? like mentioned above though i wouldnt do anything but make sure u have good coolant and that fans are kicking on when needed!

black_phoenix

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I have the same issue too
In fact, i once asked the same question and was told that it is normal for that car...