engine temp
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From: Binghamton New York
engine temp
Just a question
I live in the east ( upstate New York)
I started my 1989 vette yesterday
and noticed that it only heated to 165 for about 15-20 minutes
is this ok
or do i need to replace termostat in the spring
I assume it should run around 185
help i appreciate ur input
Evil 1 kneviel
I live in the east ( upstate New York)
I started my 1989 vette yesterday
and noticed that it only heated to 165 for about 15-20 minutes
is this ok
or do i need to replace termostat in the spring
I assume it should run around 185
help i appreciate ur input
Evil 1 kneviel
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From: Newark, New Jersey
I live a few hours south of you and man is it cold Here. I could imagine how cold it is in Binghamton. I would say that is pretty normal. I just replaced the thermostat in my DD thinking I needed it but didnt. Its just damn cold.
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Just a question
I live in the east ( upstate New York)
I started my 1989 vette yesterday
and noticed that it only heated to 165 for about 15-20 minutes
is this ok
or do i need to replace termostat in the spring
I assume it should run around 185
help i appreciate ur input
Evil 1 kneviel
I live in the east ( upstate New York)
I started my 1989 vette yesterday
and noticed that it only heated to 165 for about 15-20 minutes
is this ok
or do i need to replace termostat in the spring
I assume it should run around 185
help i appreciate ur input
Evil 1 kneviel
Just let it idle a little longer than that, if it really stays that low, it could be a faulty thermostat.
If it´s an automatic, does it go into overdrive as soon as you hit like 45 mph?
If it has a hard time going into overdrive, it´s also a sign that it might be your thermostat.
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From: Carmichael ca
Start the car and let it idle. The temp should reach about 185 or 195, depending on which thermostat you have. It may drop below that after the thermostat opens. You can tell when it opens because the upper radiator hose will get hot. If it only gets to 165 when it opens you have the wrong thermostat.
