I have noticed a significant temperature spike while driving uphill for short periods of time. Driving the city streets she’ll normally sit around 180-190 degrees however while driving uphill she gets between 200-230 at her highest.
Is this normal for these engines to get so hot?
Once back to flat land driving after each temperature spike the engine normally comes downs within a minute or two of normal driving/idling. I am thinking there’s a mechanical issue contributing to this issue.
My initial plan is to replace the thermostat and fan clutch to see if they are causing issues. Not sure if I am headed in the right direction… also thinking of replacing radiator hoses while I’m at it.
Additionally the weather has been very cool so the enviornment is not contributing to the overheating Issues I am having.
Thoughts?
Is this normal for these engines to get so hot?
Once back to flat land driving after each temperature spike the engine normally comes downs within a minute or two of normal driving/idling. I am thinking there’s a mechanical issue contributing to this issue.
My initial plan is to replace the thermostat and fan clutch to see if they are causing issues. Not sure if I am headed in the right direction… also thinking of replacing radiator hoses while I’m at it.
Additionally the weather has been very cool so the enviornment is not contributing to the overheating Issues I am having.
Thoughts?
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