OK, well I just drove a loop around the city and the temp gauge showed normal temp. I just got home and popped the hood to feel how hot everything was and almost got a burn when I touched the valve cover. I THINK its hotter than normal but I don't really have anything to judge by. When I replaced the thermostat, I also replaced the sensor. Is there another sensor that could be giving a false reading? I have to drive out of town tonight and don't want to ask my parents to lend me there cars.