The Ford Barn

Don S · 01-06-2021, 02:08 PM

I removed my top hose to get at the thermostat,because I was experiencing an over heat situation . I checked the thermostat on the stove in a large can of water. Used a laser reader to check when thermostat opened , 192 deg. Too high for a 160 degree thermostat,and for my general needs. I will replace the thermostat,but I noticed looking down the gooseneck that there is a light rusting that I would rather not have.My A is in winter storage . Is there a safe way of neutralizing the rust by filling up the block only ,letting it work for awhile then flushing, without having to start the engine ? What product is safe for this process ?
Thanks Don

01-06-2021, 02:08 PM	#1
Don S Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Penticton British Columbia Canada Posts: 244	Lite rust inside block I removed my top hose to get at the thermostat,because I was experiencing an over heat situation . I checked the thermostat on the stove in a large can of water. Used a laser reader to check when thermostat opened , 192 deg. Too high for a 160 degree thermostat,and for my general needs. I will replace the thermostat,but I noticed looking down the gooseneck that there is a light rusting that I would rather not have.My A is in winter storage . Is there a safe way of neutralizing the rust by filling up the block only ,letting it work for awhile then flushing, without having to start the engine ? What product is safe for this process ? Thanks Don