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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 02:14 PM
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just picked up a oil temp dipstick ,whats normal operating temps ,or should i ask whats a dangerous temp i want to avoid thanks guys.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 02:23 PM
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I think around 200 is normal
 
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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 02:44 PM
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Originally Posted by tjb1971
just picked up a oil temp dipstick ,whats normal operating temps ,or should i ask whats a dangerous temp i want to avoid thanks guys.
I threw mine in the trash years ago! It started to ruin my enjoyment of the ride. Just sayin'
 
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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 03:56 PM
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ok hahaaha .200 or so thanks.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2011 | 04:38 PM
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There's been a lot of talk on this issue. I've seen 230 degrees in the hottest time of the year and I believe that's not an issue. It is kind of fun to watch though.
 
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