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How can you tell if your engine is running hot with no temperature gage is running hot?
Without a temperature guage, the most acurrate way would be to use a infrared temp. gun and aim it at the thermostat housing/radiator/water pump.
Why is your truck running hot without a thermostat?
Could be a bad water pump.
What is the normal running temp for a Chevy 350?
That depends on the thermostat. If it's a 185 thermostat, the engine should run at 185. If it's running too hot, check the thermostat, radiator and water pump. If it's running too cold, replace the thermostat.
Can running without a thermostat cause overheating I was told that if the water circulates too fast it will not cool properly Is this possible and how?
Running your engine without a thermostat will cause it to run hot. An engine will run cooler initially without a thermostat. After that IT WILL NOT! Why you ask? Again, physics. An engine running without the restriction of the thermostat in the system (remember, even when it's wide open there's still some restriction in the system caused by the thermostat's small opening) will not keep the coolant in the radiator long enough for the radiator to 'radiate' the heat. That is, the coolant must stay in the radiator for a certain amount of time to dissipate some of the heat it has absorbed from being in the engine block. The coolant is in the block. It's hot. It moves to the radiator and gets rid of some of the heat. If it moves through the radiator too FAST, without the restriction of the thermostat body, it won't get rid of as much heat. Basic Thermodynamics at play.
Why would a Temp gauge go to hot?
First determine if the engine is really running hot if it is check to see if you are low on water, or could be the thermostat is not opening.The thermostat allows water to enter the engine block after it reaches a certain temp.
Why is a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 showing 'Hot' but the engine not hot after replacing thermostat and the mechanic tested with laser gun and it indicates engine is NOT running hot?
If it shows hot on the gauge and it is not hot, there is a gauge or sensor problem.
What happens if you do not use a thermostat?
Running a vehicle without a thermostat will cause it to take longer to warm up and your interior heater may not blow hot air.
What does it mean when it says reduced engine power?
That means the engine is running HOT for some reason. Check the thermostat, Radiator and coolant level. Repair as needed.
How do you know when to change your thermostat on a 1995 camaro z28 LT1?
A thermostat can be stuck open or closed. If the engine runs to cool it is stuck open. If the engine is running hot it is stuck closed. If you don't have these problems you should'nt have to change it.
Can you take a thermostat out of a 2000 Oldsmobile intrigue and still drive it without it runing hot?
The purpose of the thermostat is to ensure the engine stays in the designated normal operating temperature range ( at or above the temperature rating of the installed thermostat ) . If you remove it , the engine will not reach the proper temperature and the computer will sense the cool running engine and will enrich the fuel mixture to compensate for the situation . In other words ,your engine will always be running rich ( using too much fuel ) which will hurt engine performance and kill your MPG ! This also will cause a failure if your car is subject to smog and emission testing !
2000 silverado 4.8L No heat thermostat replacement?
Try the thermostat, second see if the heater core is plugged up if that's not the problem see if the engine is even running hot enough
Is my 305 Chevy engine with no thermostat running too hot at 230 degrees?
Yes, that is about what it should be with a 195 degree thermostat installed. Check your radiator for debris on the outside or it may be partially clogged.
