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PKRWUD · 06-28-2001, 01:48 PM

Ah, but not necessarily! Most quality temp. gauges are more sensitive the hotter it gets, so the temp number spacings increase in distance as the temp rises. For example, my Auto Meter Sport Comp goes from 130 to 280, and the point halfway inbetween is 230, which means there is 100 degrees of available measurement on the first half of the dial, yet only 50 degrees on the second half of the dial, and both halves have equal travel distance. This is, however, a mechanical gauge, and it is true that electrical gauges do tend to have their marks spaced evenly, BUT, not always! Besides, the factory Ford temp gauge is well known for not being accurate anyway. If you want to "gauge your gauge", find a reliable mechanical gauge and install it and compare gauges at different temps, or just buy and install a new mechanical gauge. It is very important to be aware of your engines operating temperature, especially with summer here!

Take care
~Chris

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06-28-2001, 01:48 PM	#4
PKRWUD Junior Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ventura, California Posts: 8,981	Ah, but not necessarily! Most quality temp. gauges are more sensitive the hotter it gets, so the temp number spacings increase in distance as the temp rises. For example, my Auto Meter Sport Comp goes from 130 to 280, and the point halfway inbetween is 230, which means there is 100 degrees of available measurement on the first half of the dial, yet only 50 degrees on the second half of the dial, and both halves have equal travel distance. This is, however, a mechanical gauge, and it is true that electrical gauges do tend to have their marks spaced evenly, BUT, not always! Besides, the factory Ford temp gauge is well known for not being accurate anyway. If you want to "gauge your gauge", find a reliable mechanical gauge and install it and compare gauges at different temps, or just buy and install a new mechanical gauge. It is very important to be aware of your engines operating temperature, especially with summer here! Take care ~Chris ------------------ Retired Moderator MustangNet RACECAR spelled backwards is RACECAR HEY !!! Are you ASE Certified ??? If you are, ask me about iATN. The best tool you'll ever have, and it's free !!!