Fan not working

[dwm]

My 88 vet temp runs in the mid 180's, but as soon as you stop or get in traffic it gets really hot( as high as 228) if I dont get moving. I have never heard the fan kick on, I checked the fuse & it was fine what should be my next move ?

 

[JonM]

Believe it or not...that is normal. I think the fan kicks on at 230 Most do change the temperature switch to make the fan come on sooner. You can get the switch at Mid America, madvett.com

 

[dwm]

Thanks
Should I let it go to 230 just to see if its working? What if it still doesnt come on? How hot is to hot ?

Thanks again

 

[JonM]

Thanks
Should I let it go to 230 just to see if its working? What if it still doesnt come on? How hot is to hot ?

Thanks again

Here are some troubleshooting tips
If it still doesn't come on, Relay is locacated on the front left fender well in front of the master cylinder.

http://home.comcast.net/~jamislow/Cooling_Fan.jpg