DarkRed89Flyer
Active member
I just got my '89 out of the shop on Friday...it was leaking anti-freeze/coolant from the back of the engine. The tech determined that the lower intake manifold gasket was leaking. While replacing the gasket, I had them replace the valve cover gaskets too. After a test drive, it was still leaking, but this time, it was coming from the weep hole in the water pump. So, I had them replace that too, along with a new 195 degree thermostat.
However, since I got it back, I've been driving it to work about 50 miles (round-trip), and I've noticed that when I'm up to freeway speed (65 - 70 mph), the temp goes up to between 220 - 230 degrees. Keep in mind that I'm in Arizona and the high today was 106. Even the B4P booster fan won't bring down the temperature.
I've already checked the obvious: the radiator and overflow tank are full.
I'm thinking that the "new" thermostat may be defective, but if you guys have any other ideas, I'm open to suggestions...
Thanks for your help!
However, since I got it back, I've been driving it to work about 50 miles (round-trip), and I've noticed that when I'm up to freeway speed (65 - 70 mph), the temp goes up to between 220 - 230 degrees. Keep in mind that I'm in Arizona and the high today was 106. Even the B4P booster fan won't bring down the temperature.
I've already checked the obvious: the radiator and overflow tank are full.
I'm thinking that the "new" thermostat may be defective, but if you guys have any other ideas, I'm open to suggestions...
Thanks for your help!