SRX overheating, HELP?

[ejcamaro]

I have a ported/head cut down 01' SRX 700 that is running hot. It's reaching 150 degrees running down the hard pack at speed. My big problem is when I come into town and slow down it climbs to 185 or so. What temp should I become concerned about, is 185 alright? I am full of coolant and all my heat exchangers are getting hot. Is it possible that I have an air pocket but it is still circulating?

 

[MrSled]

do you get the temp light?? If not and all the exchangers are getting warm..I woudnt worry about it....did you refill it??? DId you mix the anti-freeze with water??

 

[jwiedmayer]

Temp

I get nervous over 200. And it will do it in towns etc..

 

[ejcamaro]

I have a racepack UDX and it has a temp gauge and a warning light that comes on at 172 degrees. My highest temp today was 190 degrees in town. If this is normal I won't worry about it, I haven't hit 200 yet. Yes all the exchangers are getting hot and coolant is mixed 50/50. Is there a coolant that will keep it cooler?

 

[MrSled]

if its marginal snow and you are driving slow, I don't find it that uncommon to see higher temps....also if you have to much anti-freeze and not enough water you will see heat changes as well.

 

[tomseal6]

i think most liquid engines 2 or 4 stroke operate well at 180-190

 

[ejcamaro]

Thanks guys, I'm not so worried anymore. I may order Benders tunnel cooling system for big bores during the off season just for peice of mind, but I think I'm alright for the rest of the season.