Nominal water temp?
Jan 6, 2022 | 09:25 AM
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Nominal water temp?
What should a normal average water temp. be for a '73 454 big block in say 80-90 degrees at say 60-70 mph?
Jan 6, 2022 | 10:46 AM
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FWIW: 190-210 is the normal operating range.
Jan 6, 2022 | 10:50 AM
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Thank u I was thinking that's about the correct range. It's my first time with a'73 454 Vette
Jan 6, 2022 | 10:55 AM
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I believe another way to look at it is.....if it's a stock system and everything is operating efficiently (good flowing radiator, shroud in place, all seals in place, good fan clutch, correct fan, good stat, etc.), the temp should be pretty close to the temp rating of the thermostat. BB '73? Nice!
Jan 6, 2022 | 03:36 PM
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What should a normal average water temp. be for a '73 454 big block in say 80-90 degrees at say 60-70 mph?
What thermostat, 195, 180, 160?
Jan 6, 2022 | 03:41 PM
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What thermostat, 195, 180, 160?
I don't know the answer to that.. Have to do some research I guess It's the stock original engine.
Thx Steve
Jan 6, 2022 | 03:42 PM
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Thanks for your reply
Jan 6, 2022 | 03:53 PM
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I don't know the answer to that.. Have to do some research I guess It's the stock original engine.
The only way to be sure is to look at the one being currently used unless you have full maintenance records.
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Jan 6, 2022 | 04:32 PM
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Unfortunately I do no have the full records/
