Jim Burton
New Member
I have heard a lot of numbers for engine temp high range. Alban cat says 200 is ok. Others say it’s too hot. So why am I asking the question anyway? I have two 3196’s and track the temps on every trip. Starboard averages 197. Port averages 186. Have gone thru raw water pump overhaul, system flush. That lowered the temp from 200 to 197. The port engine went thru an overhaul due to antifreeze in the oil by CAT a couple of years before my purchase.
so my thoughts run to thermostats since both raw water pumps were overhauled 6 months ago with little change.
Finally, here is the question. Which engine should have the thermostat replaced and what temp stat should I be looking for
Thanks for any response
jim burton
jimb@jimburton.com
so my thoughts run to thermostats since both raw water pumps were overhauled 6 months ago with little change.
Finally, here is the question. Which engine should have the thermostat replaced and what temp stat should I be looking for
Thanks for any response
jim burton
jimb@jimburton.com