June 15, 2006 at 5:59 pm
#60610
I was always told that running without a thermostat lead to sludge build-up.
My MKI 260 with 4-barrel was running at 215 on a 75 degree day until I did the following, as suggested by the cooling article by TT and Chuck King.
1. Had my stock radiator cleaned and repaired where necessary.
2. Installed the Fairmont smaller diameter pulley.
3. Installed a 14″ five-blade flex fan
4. Blocked off the horn holes.
Now my car runs at 185-190 on a 75 degree day, and my interior is also cooler and more pleasant to be in. Total cost: about $150.00
Fred Baum