what max for water temp gauge?

[Tx_Atty]

If my wife buys me a water temp gauge for Christmas, what max temp should she get, 240 or 280?

Thanks!

 

[DaveBen]

Go with 280 degrees, as the engine can and will run into the 230's when hot. You will want a little extra guage when it does.

Dave

 

[WD40]

At least a 280, Peter

 

[Tx_Atty]

thanks! I think she may have already ordered the 240 but Ii can exchange.

 

[hheynow]

Definitely get a 280*F because IIRC it's at 246*F when problems begin.
What brand? Mechanical or electrical?

 

[Tx_Atty]

mechanical and ONLY because I already have autometer I went with the same. If I can get new gauges someday I will switch.

 

[keanoknick]

What's wrong with Autometer? They're the ones I'm planning on getting eventually.

 

[DaveBen]

There is nothing wrong with Autometer gauges. I have them and many here do.

Dave

 

[Tx_Atty]

It isnt the gauges, it is there customer service. Or, more precisely, their lack of it. I like my gauges just fine. I just wont tolerate rude customer service.