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Posted by Hatchback Pony (Member # 3292) on :
 
my stang keeps cool at idle for a while . after when i drive it like 10 mins later the temp is damn near at 200 degrees. i changed the sending unit and coolant temp sensor also. but still having the same problem.

Im currently running an 16" electric fan,frpp a/c delete,160 temp thermostat,new water pump,stock radiator and 50/50 prestone coolant.

my fan is mounted in the engione compartment acting as a pusher i believe. should it be a puller mounted in front of the radiator?

im looking maybe to upgrade my radiator but whats best should i get brass, alum. 2 or 3 row???

my car is mostly stock except for a few bolt ons.

any tips are appreciated



[ April 21, 2006, 01:53 PM: Message edited by: Hatchback Pony ]
 

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Posted by silverLX (Member # 3207) on :
 
For one, get the 160* out and put in a 180* thermostat. I bet your stock radiator is clogged since its most likely original. Also, I would relocate the fan to inside the engine compatment as a puller. I would suggest the Ford Racing Aluminum radiator.

[ April 21, 2006, 01:48 PM: Message edited by: silverLX ]
 

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Posted by Hatchback Pony (Member # 3292) on :
 
i have it mounted in the compartment but switched to a toggle. should i run it when the temp gets near 180 or should i get and adjustable thermostat for the fan?
 

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Posted by 1100hp (Member # 6454) on :
 
Have you checked to see if the fan is turning in the right direction?
 

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Posted by Luke87GT (Member # 21) on :
 
If you have the original radiator, it has probably seen better days.

Go get an autozone 3 core radiator.

Also get rid of the 160 and get a 180.

How are you controlling your e-fan? Are you sure it is coming on when it is supposed to?
 

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Posted by Hatchback Pony (Member # 3292) on :
 
i have it on a toggle i turn it on when my gauge reads 180 degrees.

autozone rads are garbage. i wont buy one even with my discount there. im looking for a fluidyne or frpp one.
 

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Posted by Luke87GT (Member # 21) on :
 

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Originally posted by Hatchback Pony:
i have it on a toggle i turn it on when my gauge reads 180 degrees.

autozone rads are garbage. i wont buy one even with my discount there. im looking for a fluidyne or frpp one.

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