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Old 04-17-2014, 12:01 AM   #1
AustinBink1985K10
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1985 k10 cooling question

My 1985 k10 has a fully rebuilt 1975 chevy 350 bored to a 355 with about 8,000 miles on it. Recently the engine temp when running has been around 200 degrees. However before it was around 185. I replaced the thermostat to a 180 and now it runs at 180 degrees all the time is this fine??? Should the engine be running a little warmer?? Let me know
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Old 04-17-2014, 01:06 AM   #2
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Re: 1985 k10 cooling question

We'll if you swapped your t-stat for a 180 degree one it's not going to get any hotter since that's when it's opening up and cooling down. U should be fine.
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Old 04-17-2014, 01:08 AM   #3
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Re: 1985 k10 cooling question

The 350 in my k2500 runs at 180, if you're working something hard you want it to stay cool.
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