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Originally Posted by matt gineo View Post
I got the info from the 1977 911s Porsche owners manual. On page 21 it says, The oil temperature gauge registers degrees Farenheit, the oil temperature should not exceed 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) If the temperature should exceed the limit, stop, check the oil level or, if necessary, consult your authorized dealer. Improper ignition timing or a slipping V-belt also cause too high oil temperatures

I'm wondering where everyone else is coming up with their figure for too high oil temps.

Fascinating that my '74 manual has the exact same wording in it (page 16), except that it specifies 285 degrees F. Maybe as the engines ran hotter for emission reasons, they upped the temp recommendation. And, my manual pictures an 11 blade fan, not the dreaded five.
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