2Pbfeet
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IR temperature meters are a little sensitive to surface effects (paint/no paint, rust vs. shiny), but I agree with @Light in the Dark 120F seems too much, if it is real. I would try to retake the temperatures from the same distance, with the same angle (preferably 90) to the manifold. IIRC: the exhaust port closest to the fan runs a little warmer, but only a little. Some IR temperature meters have average or max modes that may make it easier to collect readings consistently.Update and question: I installed a new coolant gauge than I made up a load bank and ran it 3 times for 3.5 hours each and had it loaded to 75 percent each time. I checked the exhaust temps with a IR gun. From the radiator side to the gen head side, I had 260,300,320,and 380. Of course the temps are fluctuating by 50 degrees because I can't hold the red dot steady . Would this be some where near Normal?
Also, the frequency cable that is attached to the plate with the 2 stop screws: what would the normal position for that to be at? Mine has the plate very close to the stop screw closest to the center of the engine. And, on a side note: our last chicken became lunch for another critter. Now I can clean the coup out and put the generator in it for a nice home.
All the best,
2Pbfeet