Cat 3208 oil cooler- engine oil temp hi- 89SP

[dan]

Hi Ed, As you know, diesel engines can and will suffer serious damage even as the result of relatively minor overheat conditions. Is the water temp also high? Could be several things or a combination of things. Oil should be changed at least every 100 hours because carbon build up in the oil reduces its ability to cool. Radiator could be compromised in some way either internal or external. Have you checked the coolant level not using the sight glass? The impeller on the water pump could be worn. You know, considering how expensive an overheated diesel can be, I would take it to good shop and let the pro's diagnosis it. Just my two cents worth.

Dan Williams, 88WB38, Jackson,MS

One other thing while we are on this subject, I read that the water temp gauge doesn'talarm with no water but an exhaust temp alarm will work. Does anyone have any experience with an exhaust temp alarm?

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From: "egardata@tx.rr.com"

To: "WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com"

Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 9:03 PM

Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Cat 3208 oil cooler- engine oil temp hi- 89SP

My engine oil temp is running HI(manual says 230-270). Where is the oil cooler and how does it work? Can you work on it your self? Can it be removed and fixed or repaired? Anybody ever done this?
What else could cause the hi temp. Dip stick shows full, no laeks...

Thanks for any ideas or help
Ed Gardels 89SP
Arlington Texas