I have a 350 Isc cummins engine. Had a new radiator put in and the temperature is around 225 deg. Before new radiator 180Deg. It starts to heat up as soon as I start down the road.
I would agree with the air pocket theory. Some of the Cummins motors have a bleeder valve somewhere close to the t-stat that you can crack open and then idle the motor until anti freeze comes out of the valve. Failing that you can as stated above drive a bit with the rad cap 1/2 tight although you have to watch it very carefully (somehow). I would take it back to the installer if that is at all feasible.
Cheers!
Mike
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