Temperature
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Temperature
I just got a 94 vette a few weeks ago. The day after I bought it the secondary cooling fan broke. I got it fixed and it has been running 200 or less for a couple weeks, but starting a couple of days ago, at slower speeds (driving on the back roads, say 25-35 mph) my engine runs at 225-235 degrees. Once I get back on the highway it drops down to 196-210. Is this okay? I called the Chevy dealer and a few other places, nobody could give me a straight answer. The dealer is so worthless for tech questions :( I just had my systems flushed also (radiator, etc.) Just wanted to know if 225-235 was too hot, and if I should get it checked/fixed, or if it was normal. Thanks!
[Modified by Goldwolf, 10:45 PM 8/3/2003]
[Modified by Goldwolf, 10:45 PM 8/3/2003]
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Re: Temperature (Goldwolf)
The C4 is notorious for picking up debris between the condensor and the radiator which hinders air flow. Check that area first. If it still runs a little to warm for your liking change the stat to a 160 and maybe pick up a low temp fan switch.
Good luck
Good luck
Safety Car
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Re: Temperature (Goldwolf)
Your primary fan should come "on" at about 226....the secondary fan should come "on" at about 235..........was the primary fan working before you had the secondary fan repaired?
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[Modified by Oldman, 4:02 PM 8/3/2003]
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Re: Temperature (AS84)
The C4 is notorious for picking up debris between the condensor and the radiator which hinders air flow. Check that area first. If it still runs a little to warm for your liking change the stat to a 160 and maybe pick up a low temp fan switch.
Good luck
Good luck
Temps should run below 180 cruising
Jack
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From: Summerland B.C. Canada
Re: Temperature (Goldwolf)
Welcome to the forum :seeya
Are both fans coming on when they should ?
Cleaning ext of rad is surely a good idea.
Lower stat and lower aux fan switch would't hurt either.
Good Luck :cheers:
Are both fans coming on when they should ?
Cleaning ext of rad is surely a good idea.
Lower stat and lower aux fan switch would't hurt either.
Good Luck :cheers:
