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Feb 01, 2016 9:09 pm
Feb 01, 2016 9:09 pm
Subject: Re: Thermostatic Radiator Grill opening Mechanism
Hi Richard
That's why I said it it might be fun to play with - perhaps in a test rig, plotting deflection against temperature. This would tell us how linear the curve is. I think the radiator slats should start to open at around at body temperature (35-37 degrees as you said) and be fully open at 70 degrees.
The nice thing about the 16/80 (and other) radiator set-up is that everything is adjustable so you could set up the operating temperature of the engine quite precisely, according to personal preferences. I like an engine to run at about 75 degrees.
I also enjoy repairing temperature gauges, refilling and calibrating them once all the bubbles are out. Fortunately the local pharmacist will sell me ether - usually after I explain what I am using it for. I always repair these in a well ventilated room!
Colin
Hi Richard
That's why I said it it might be fun to play with - perhaps in a test rig, plotting deflection against temperature. This would tell us how linear the curve is. I think the radiator slats should start to open at around at body temperature (35-37 degrees as you said) and be fully open at 70 degrees.
The nice thing about the 16/80 (and other) radiator set-up is that everything is adjustable so you could set up the operating temperature of the engine quite precisely, according to personal preferences. I like an engine to run at about 75 degrees.
I also enjoy repairing temperature gauges, refilling and calibrating them once all the bubbles are out. Fortunately the local pharmacist will sell me ether - usually after I explain what I am using it for. I always repair these in a well ventilated room!
Colin