454 Running Hot
So I just got back from my 2nd trip in my '84 Allegro. First trip was 300-miles RT in high-80 degree weather. Engine temps fluctuated but didn't enter the red zone until the last couple of mile from m...
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Jimmy, glad to hear it went well.
Two questions: First, where was the temp needle on flat ground with the 160 compared to the 195? Should have been slightly lower and second, when the temp dropped on the grade, was the fan roaring? because if it was, there is nothing wrong with your cooling system. If you were on a steep grade, with the fan clutch engaged(roaring)and it brought the temp down, that is exactly how it is supposed to work and you have the "capacity to support a 160" as I mentioned in an earlier post.
RR
Two questions: First, where was the temp needle on flat ground with the 160 compared to the 195? Should have been slightly lower and second, when the temp dropped on the grade, was the fan roaring? because if it was, there is nothing wrong with your cooling system. If you were on a steep grade, with the fan clutch engaged(roaring)and it brought the temp down, that is exactly how it is supposed to work and you have the "capacity to support a 160" as I mentioned in an earlier post.
RR
