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Post by keithbatkins on Aug 17, 2011 15:38:27 GMT 2
High Guys, just got back from Johannesburg after collecting the infrared 'thingy' Readings are as follows.... Steeringbox 65.5C Gearbox 43.7C Front Diff also 43.7C Then had to go and answer the 'phone After 10 mins the Rear Diff 33.2C Ambient Temp 16C Will see what they read again in a few days after a decent run. Regards, Keith and CERATOTH Regards
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Post by spikes on Aug 17, 2011 19:16:16 GMT 2
Hi Keith
Thanks!! This is most interesting. Seems like everything is running fairly cool and well within normal ranges especially the gear box and front diff.Very comforting to know Thanks again
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Post by marius on Aug 17, 2011 20:03:56 GMT 2
One can expect the temperatures to rise when our climate gets a bit hotter - but I suspect not by much. Thanks Keith for your valuable input in this regard - much appreciated Marius
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Post by keithbatkins on Sept 8, 2011 16:56:52 GMT 2
Hi Guys, horrendous journey home from Wits. Normally takes +/- 20 minutes....took over an hour. HGVs playing dodgems in the CBD and two multi vehicle pile ups on the M2. The good news is....the extra fan certainly helped CERATOTH (and me) keep cool; and it gave me an opportunity to 'play with the laser thermometer' Outside temperature 25C Manifold 189.7C Steering Box 80.2C Gearbox 61.4C I'm sure that there are other places that I really should 'point my toy at' after a run. Any suggestions would be appreciated and I promise to post the results on the Forum. Regards, Keith and CERATOTH
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Post by marius on Sept 8, 2011 17:03:55 GMT 2
Thanks Keith for putting life and limb at risk ;D I think that is a very realistic temp reading with regard to South African conditions. Next time a reading on the TC and both the diffs would be nice. Much appreciated Marius
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Post by ronnie on Sept 8, 2011 18:30:35 GMT 2
i Keith
It would be interesting to know how hot under the collar you were ;D. I can imagine what some of those readings will be in mid summer.
Ronnie
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Post by spikes on Sept 8, 2011 19:26:04 GMT 2
Thanks Keith as an aside.. do you have the original heat shield over CERATOTH's precious starter? (If you can see the starter you have NOT got the shield) A reading there would also be of interest as it is an expensive part to replace Regards Spikes
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Post by danie on Sept 8, 2011 20:46:36 GMT 2
Hi Keith
It will be very interesting to compare the readings on the same components - after of a normal (20 minute) trip.
Danie
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Post by ladanivabelgium on Sept 9, 2011 5:33:09 GMT 2
i would like to knw the temp of the TC after a good highway trip. Mine gets pretty hot
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Post by keithbatkins on Sept 9, 2011 6:35:37 GMT 2
Hi Guys....will do readings during/after next good run...... and I know that I am a bit of an idiot....but what is the TC ? Is this what I know as the drive train ? ie all the drive shafts etc ? Regards, Keith and CERATOTH
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Post by danie on Sept 9, 2011 6:42:07 GMT 2
Yea , Keith's first post indicated lower temp readings after a (longer / faster ??) trip from Johannesburg.
So I do find it interesting that the temp readings seems to be higher at a slower / shorter trip.
Ambient temp. was different though.
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Post by ladanivabelgium on Sept 9, 2011 7:00:01 GMT 2
TC = Transfer case
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Post by marius on Sept 9, 2011 7:46:08 GMT 2
Hi Keith
The only way to learn in life is to ask questions. I have said it before - the Niva is the best teacher I ever had!
Looking forward to your next temp readings.
Marius
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Post by keithbatkins on Sept 9, 2011 9:02:18 GMT 2
High again Guys. Both trips were along the same route. Apart from the ambient temperature differences (first trip was damn cold) the real change in driving was that this time I was just 'stuck in traffic' for long periods of time, going nowhere and with little moving air going through the engine bay. As to the starter motor shield.....where would I find this (apart from around the starter motor !)? I've had a quick look for anything that looks like it could be the starter motor, think that I've found the alternator (!) but haven't a clue as to what the starter motor looks like in situ or where it is ! Regards to all, Keith and CERATOTH
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Post by ladanivabelgium on Sept 9, 2011 10:31:32 GMT 2
starter sits behind/under the manifolds
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Post by keithbatkins on Sept 9, 2011 13:52:15 GMT 2
Thanks LADANIVABELGIUM....I found it Plus; as a bonus the heat shield is fitted Thanks again and regards Keith and CERATOTH
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Post by spikes on Sept 9, 2011 19:17:36 GMT 2
Hi Keith When I read your post saying you cannot see the starter, I knew you had to have the shield in place...you worked on the steering box. Now for the temps. Thanks again Spikes
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Post by keithbatkins on Mar 8, 2012 13:49:23 GMT 2
Good Afternoon Guys. I've noticed that after a good long run at highway speeds, CERATOTH runs 'a little hot'. Instead of just above the 90'C she is running at about 110'C. Let the engine cool down a little and running the engine again whilst using the good old 2ltr Coke bottle to drain air out of the cooling system always results in lots of air bubbles coming out. After that it's back to 90'C until the next long run then repeat ! There are no signs of leaks in the cooling system but is it pulling in air from somewhere ? As usual all help, advice and comments are much appreciated. Regards to all at LOCSA, Keith and CERATOTH
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Post by sparky on Mar 8, 2012 14:58:16 GMT 2
had the same problem, replaced the radiator cap...problem solved
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Post by Charles on Mar 8, 2012 15:21:12 GMT 2
Same here.
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Post by ronnie on Mar 8, 2012 15:25:29 GMT 2
Hi Keith
Also had the same problem with the radiator cap, and replacing it cured the problem. It is worth trying a new one.
Ronnie
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Post by ronnie on Mar 8, 2012 15:27:49 GMT 2
Hi Keith
I should have mentioned I had no problem with the temp, only was continually adding a small amount of water to keep the radiator full.
Ronnie
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Post by marius on Mar 8, 2012 15:29:18 GMT 2
Has anybody found a local replacement yet?
Marius
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Post by marius on Mar 8, 2012 15:36:02 GMT 2
Keith I would think that there may still be some air trapped in the system - but do the cap replacement first. Mine is running a bit to the right of vertical at about 100-115km/h but as soon as I hit 120 the temp comes down to vertical and even slightly less. One thing I have noticed though is that as soon as I switch on the head lights the needle jumps a few mm to the right. I can only contribute that to being a Lada! ;D
Marius
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Post by keithbatkins on Mar 8, 2012 15:43:33 GMT 2
Thanks Guys. The radiator cap have always been replaced with original parts (one of which came with a crack in it) and I am now on my third which was new and fitted after the recent rebuild. As Marius posted; does anybody know of a locally available replacement with the correct pressure/temperature rating as the original ? Regards to all at LOCSA, Keith and CERATOTH
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Post by keithbatkins on Mar 8, 2012 15:48:02 GMT 2
PS Ronnie...you might want to consider changing your introduction location....or has the UK weather proven to be too much already and you are back in RSA ? Seriously though,hope that you are settling back in ok and apologies guys for this slight detour in the thread. Regards, Keith and CERATOTH
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Post by sparky on Mar 8, 2012 17:33:57 GMT 2
got mine at autozone epping, just took a sample
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Post by spikes on Mar 8, 2012 18:32:00 GMT 2
Thanks Guys. The radiator cap have always been replaced with original parts (one of which came with a crack in it) and I am now on my third which was new and fitted after the recent rebuild. As Marius posted; does anybody know of a locally available replacement with the correct pressure/temperature rating as the original ? Regards to all at LOCSA, Keith and CERATOTH Hi Keith I am confused(which pretty normal for me).. how does a steel radiator cap get cracked? I'v replaced mine today after I read your post. The old one which is square, is still in good nick. I'll just treat the rubber with glycerine and keep it as a spare Regards Spikes
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Post by spikes on Mar 8, 2012 18:37:22 GMT 2
Keith I would think that there may still be some air trapped in the system - but do the cap replacement first. Mine is running a bit to the right of vertical at about 100-115km/h but as soon as I hit 120 the temp comes down to vertical and even slightly less. One thing I have noticed though is that as soon as I switch on the head lights the needle jumps a few mm to the right. I can only contribute that to being a Lada! ;D Marius Hi all Mine behaves exactly the same when i switch headlights on. No diff whether its park. dim or bright. Think it has something to do with the cluster lights coming on. PS to Keith I could see no difference between the old and the new cap effect on the temp. Usual route down to Sudwala and back. Outside temp was 29C and Rh 65% Regards Spikes
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Post by ronnie on Mar 8, 2012 18:38:39 GMT 2
Hi Sparky
I have tried in the past to source a radiator cap locally with no success. The major problem is the neck of the Lada radiator is deeper than standard. If you have managed to obtain one let us know the part no if possible. Thanks.
Ronnie
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