One of the reasons that I prefer to sleep on the top bunk is that the
cushion over the engine compartment stays warm for several hours after shut
down.  Probably your observations are at least not abnormal.

Karl Wolz
----- Original Message -----
From: "Daniel Schmitz" <djs@GENE.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Thursday, August 31, 2000 5:37 PM
Subject: Re: Hot engine

> Can't say for sure if warm body panels after an hour are normal, but they
> could be if you are in a hot environment.
>
> With regard to timing, retarded or advanced timing can cause an increase
in
> engine temps, especially the former. Assuming your cooling flaps are fully
> open when the engine is warmed up, you might verify that your ignition
> timing is correct. If not, you should fix this before leaving.
>
> Dan
>
> Matthew Libby & Denise DeWolfe wrote:
>
> > I need to get a cylinder head temp gauge, but alas I leave for a trip of
> > great length tomorrow so...
> >
> >   When I shut Skippy off he stays hot for hours, the body panels in the
> > rear are hot for at least an hour.  Normal?  And can off timing affect
> > how hot my air cooled runs?
> >
> > thanks,
> >
> > Matt & Nise
> >
> > 81 ASI Riviera "Skippy 2"
>