heating issue i think?

[OhSnapS14]

So i just got my RB back together again and while warming up it goes to 200. since i blew my last gasket im terrified that i will blow another. whats the max temp i i should be worried about while im keeping an eye on my water gauge?

[Chaluska]

what type of thermostat do you have in the engine?

if its the OEM thermostat, it should be keeping the engine at around 170...


where is the temp probe mounted? if the wire gets hot enough, it can cause some extra resistance causing false readings..

if your at 200, get a lower temp thermostat, and make sure its bled really well

[OhSnapS14]

Yah it doesn't seem like its opening all the way for the fact that it gets to 200 in about ten mins of idling.

[Walperstyle]

You will get mixed opinions on what the temperature should be. People come from many different locations with different climates.

Firstly, try 'burping' the system. Run the car with the rad cap off for a while. This will allow air to find its way out. Also, some Nissan engines have a 'bleeder' for the coolant somewhere on the intake manifold.

[OhSnapS14]

i tried the burping method but i didnt see the coolant moving sideways like it shoulda been.