I had the cambelt changed about a week ago, and with that the water and radiator was taken out hence new water and anti freeze.

 

Anyway, we all know that you should check your water levels for a few days after to make sure there where no air pockets. I did check it every day, but sitting in traffic today I noticed the water temp was getting a little high, about 90ºC. It got to 100ºC and I stopped and turned the engine off and checked the water levels again, the 2nd time that day, and poured about half a of water in to top it up. However, my dash water gauge was still showing normal temperature. Imagine if I didnt have that other gauge, I would have been driving round with not enough water in, and with it over heating.

 

Lucky I think.

 

Stuart

if you run out of water you can't get a accurate temp anyway,

 

im looking into pods for A-pillar boost oil and water atm,

Well that is true, but it told me something is wrong.

aye :) I suppose it is a good warning, I defiently don't trust mine and ive seen it rise a few times in traffic (2 hours to get out of eminem concert)

Stu,just remember where you heard it first;) the stock gauge is PANTS!

Originally posted by MAC 1

Stu,just remember where you heard it first;) the stock gauge is PANTS!

 

I thought it was a meter! You live and learn eh :D No wonder it isn't accurate if its a pair of pants.... :rolleyes: