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[T3] Thanksgiving 500 8-)


<x-flowed>After working out 99% of the bugs with my new engine (MANY THANKS ALL!) I decided it was ready for the 500+ mile R/T to the in-laws (San Bernardino to Paso Robles, CA via I-5 and Hwy 46). We averaged about 75mph the entire trip, including the Grapevine, which we took in 4th gear in the fast lane both N and S... a first for me after driving that pass in my square hundreds of times! The oil temp seemed stuck at just below 180F, getting close to 190 at the top of the pass, then returning to below 180 on the downhills. I sped up to 80-85 on the I-5 flats for a good 1/2 hour, and the temp never passed 180, although it was at most 65 deg. outside, so I don't expect to be able to drive like this in the summer (when it gets 100+ out on the 5 regularly).

We stopped for some commemorative photos at this no-frills petrol station in Lost Hills...

http://dcr.csusb.edu/dny/img_9648.jpg
http://dcr.csusb.edu/dny/img_9657.jpg
http://dcr.csusb.edu/dny/img_9658.jpg

Thanks again for all the advise, tips, and encouragement!

Dave Y.
68 sqbk



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