according to autometer gauge, shes around 190-200 f
b18b into a 91 dx hatch using the stock radiator

system was bled pretty well. Top rad hose is hot when car is warmed up

what is the target temp to run this motor at?

 

eh

 

Check grounds. I had a friend who changed his rad, switch and thermo and the car was still hot and it ended up being a loose ground

 

Make sure you have the right radiator cap and that its on tight. Check your top radiator hose AND your bottom hose are equally hot after you've been driving. Check and make sure your cooling fan is coming on.

 

that is the temp with the fan hardwired and the heater on max
temps are equal on the two hoses

is that ef radiator not enough?

 

How old is the thermostat? When was the last time you flushed the radiator?

 

radiator was flushed 120 miles ago when the motor went in
would the thermostat be stuck shut?

what is the target running temp of the b18b ?

 

Running temp should be at 160, if I'm not mistaken. I would definately change the thermostat.

 

ive heard up to 220, anyone have a definate answer on this?

 

Dont the thermostat open on a CRX at 180? So if thats the case, you give or take 5 degrees, and I think normal operating temp is 220-230.. I may be wrong, and I will check in a minute, but. What does your cluster temp gauge show? Normal operating temp?

 

it was a little over normal before i removed it