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Radiator temperature gradient
scudderfish - 13/7/15 at 08:10 PM

I'm getting some temperature probes to log data whilst running my car. If my radiator is doing it's job, what sort of temperature difference would I expect to see across it? I'm working on the idea that if there is a good gradient, my water pump isn't shifting enough water; and if there isn't, the radiator isn't shifting enough heat.

Regards,
Dave


Bluemoon - 14/7/15 at 06:37 AM

Remember the thermostat get's into the equation until fully open....


SPYDER - 14/7/15 at 10:13 AM

A quick google suggests a drop of 20-25 deg.F to be common.