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Can I keep driving for a while with a faulty coolant temp. sensor?
I got a P0117 CEL (engine coolant temp. circuit low input), and my temperature gauge shoots up off the scale, even though the temperature seems fine under the hood (I can almost open the coolant fluid cap with bar hands (not that I would)).
When idling, the gauge goes back to normal within a minute.
What are the implications of driving in this condition? Sure, the computer shuts off the A/C, but is it riskier? I know it also controls the EGR... collapsed hose? plugged radiator?
you can drive on a flat tire too but its not a good idea... if the cars running cold the compuiter will send in more fuel to help it warm up...that will wash the oil from cylinder walls wearing engine rings and bearings..it will also ruin cat converter and egr and o2 sensors..
Understanding N Scale Model Trains
For a model train and railroading newbie, the terms scale and gauge can seem quite complicated. Don't worry as these are all pretty basic, and actually easy to understand. As you go on with your model railroading hobby, you'll be joining the veterans in scale and gauge discussions.
Your interest in model train and railroading will inevitably bring you to the topic of sizes. Model trains come in various sizes as they are used for different purposes. There will be a lot of choices for you, so you'll have an easy time finding the one you want. While there are different sizes of model trains, manufacturers do not create them at will – they follow sizes in accordance to popular scales and gauges. Scale is the size of the model train. It is a scaled down replica. It is the scale of how much smaller it is compared to the real train, and is designated with letters.
The N scale is a really small scale. N scale is the smallest among the most popular scales. It has a ratio of 1:160. This means that the N scale model train is one hundred and sixty times smaller than the real-life train. The more popular HO scale is just about twice the size of the N scale. HO scale has the 1:87 ratios. The N scale is for model railroaders that would like to spend more time designing the scenery of the layout, and benefits the enthusiasts who do not have a lot of space for their layouts. N scale model trains may take less space, but the level of detail in them, depending on the manufacturer, is still high. There are also a lot of accessories and miniature add-ons that you can throw into your layout that will complement your N scale trains. The biggest advantage of N scale trains is you can create really beautiful scenery.
Popular scales like the O scale, the HO scale, and the standard scales are about a hundred years old, while N scales were only created in the 60s. The letter N stands for nine millimeters – in reference to the size of the gauge. The gauge is the size of track that the model train runs on. It is the measure of the width of the track. Along with gauge, you'll hear the word "code" often, which pertains to the height of the track.
N scale models are good for the more creative model railroaders – you can focus on designing the scenery rather than the train. The choice is all yours in terms of the scale you'll use. The purpose of different scales is to suit the needs of the hobbyist – the enjoyment is very important.
About the Author
Jason R. Dodson is a toy enthusiast and a miniature piece collector with a special interest in locomotives. He pays special attention to hismodel trains and has built the website www.ultimatemodeltraincenter.com to help model railroaders get started with the hobby.