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Old 09-09-2004, 07:58 PM   #3
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Normal temp is 180-190, thermostat opens at 170. OE fan kicks on at 203, so 210 isn't unreasonably high, but you should verify the cooling system's components anyway. Engine starts to bog a little by 215, serious damage to hoses by 245 or so. Any more than that and the head gasket is gone.
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