recommended engine temp with iron heads ?
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Burning Brakes
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From: SouthBend IN
recommended engine temp with iron heads ?
last year my 85 would run 185 in town and 212 with the A/C on. I have added 100 extra HP over the winter, so i'm thinking i need more cooling. I measured the origional radiator and it's 1" thick. i TOOK THIS TO MY LOCAL RADIATOR SHOP AND THE REPLACEMENT ONE IS 1-3/8 THICK for $150. Do you guys think this is worth the money ? What other options are out there ?
I did have about 1" of debrees( leaves) between the bottom of the rad and condensor which is now cleaned.
What do you guys feel the optimal operating temps are ? I have a 160 stat and was thinking of going to a 180 ?
I did have about 1" of debrees( leaves) between the bottom of the rad and condensor which is now cleaned.
What do you guys feel the optimal operating temps are ? I have a 160 stat and was thinking of going to a 180 ?
