Operating temp for RB30

[GQJay]

Hey guys, ive just fitted a water temp gauge and was wondering what temp in degrees should it be running at ? Any help would be appreciated, thanks.

[mudnut]

I thought the thermostat is around 82 degrees C, but there are companies that sell units that open at 77. More research is needed before you get the correct answer, sorry.

[GQJay]

According to manual opens at 76.6 and is fully open at 90 degrees. I suppose I should check thermostat specs. It sits at 66-68 dgrees once warmed up and at idle, havent taken it down road yet (no reg). Thanks mate.

[mudnut]

You would expect the temp to rise when the engine is under load, especially while off road or city driving where there is bugger all air flowing through the radiator.