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05-22-2010, 07:41 AM | #1 |
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What should temp gauge indicate for 36 ford flathead?
I am working at getting my car drivable. I took it out for a short drive. The temperature gauge was indicating about 3/4 of the normal range. Is that normal? Is there something that I need to get it to run cooler? I am running with water and antifreeze. Any suggestions?
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05-22-2010, 08:49 AM | #2 |
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Re: What should temp gauge indicate for 36 ford flathead?
Yes, depending on the air temp outside that would be considered normal. Mine will run from a 1/4 to 3/4 except on hot days (95 to 100 Deg) when it hangs slightly above 3/4. If you consistently run hot, have Skip rebuild your water pumps and use some Purple Ice or Water Wetter, made a big difference for me. Some even go to a pressurized cooling system.
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05-22-2010, 10:35 AM | #3 |
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Re: What should temp gauge indicate for 36 ford flathead?
on a cool day my truck wont get above 140
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05-22-2010, 02:53 PM | #4 |
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