Re: V8 normal running temperature?

[Ralph Cook <bluesgtar@redrose.net>]

Bryan,
Both my 1990 and 1993 run at or near 100C during this heat wave. This is
not the weather to establish standard running temps. Where ya from?
Ralph Cook

Bryan Kamerer wrote:
> 
>         I test drove a V8 today and the temperature seemed a little high when
> stopped (AC on, mega heat and humidity -east coast heat wave) - it was
> running near 120 C.  When moving, it was right on just a little below 100C.
>  Thing is, I don't ever recall mine getting that hot.  Is it normal or
> indicative of something to check out?  Car was a manual, but I don't think
> that should matter.
> 
> Bryan Kamerer