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06-27-2018, 07:09 PM
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Location: Jefferson State
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I/R Thermometers
Are the cheap ones any good? Are they all pretty much the same? Looking at several low-end ones more or less in the $15-$25 range. Mainly just want something to check the radiator for hotter / cooler areas to make sure it's flowing OK and no plugged tubes. Thanks, guys.
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06-27-2018, 07:14 PM
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Proprietor of Dale's Corner
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Vacaville , CA
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Re: I/R Thermometers
I heard the harbor freight ones work pretty good. Even if it's a bit off it'll show temp differences.
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06-27-2018, 07:55 PM
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20' Daredevil (Ret)
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Re: I/R Thermometers
Thanks Dale. Yeah, accuracy isn't that critical for my intended use. As long as it works and doesn't break right away.
I just got a new HF flyer with a coupon for $20. Might have to get one next time I go to town.
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06-27-2018, 09:49 PM
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Proprietor of Dale's Corner
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Re: I/R Thermometers
I just got my flyer too. I try not to look at them or I'll want something. ...lol
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06-27-2018, 11:39 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Orem, Utah
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Re: I/R Thermometers
Mine is General brand and it seems to work pretty well. For all I know they might be made in the same factory in China as the HF models.
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06-28-2018, 06:13 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2002
Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S.
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Re: I/R Thermometers
My harbor freight one has worked well for over a year. I took it to work and compared it to a H/D calibrated one and it was only off by 1 degree.
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