V6 (1994-2004) Mustangs Technical discussions on the 3.8L and 3.9L V6 torque monsters

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

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Old Aug 27, 2018 | 07:03 AM
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Recently purchased a pre-owned Model 97 3.8 liter, V6 automatic. I"m curious about what temperature value is when the needle gauge is in the middle ? Or best question : What would be the correct working temperature in the urban traffic ?? Thanks in advance.-
Old Aug 27, 2018 | 07:04 AM
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180-220'ish?
Old Aug 28, 2018 | 06:56 AM
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195 to 205
Old Aug 28, 2018 | 10:16 AM
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Thank you GT Nate and Stepman ¡ By the way...Do you know at what temperature the fan should goes on ? Thanks for your time¡
Old Aug 28, 2018 | 10:46 AM
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221°F. And it should turn off once temp has dropped to 200°.
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Thank you Urambo Tauro ¡¡
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