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Old 03-19-2014, 04:18 PM   #1 (permalink)
Big Dave
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Underhood Temperature

Thinking grille block.

What is the acceptable limit for underhood temperature? The engine coolant doesn't worry me - I run pure glycol. The intercooler isn't that important. If the A/c quits, I'll know it. But melting stuff under the hood is bad news.

Big trucks have engine compartment vent openings on the side.

Any ideas about temperature limits?

Anybody put a gauge under the hood?

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