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Jun 21, 2010 | 04:20 PM

GreenMachine

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Overcooling

Hi my 1st gen was overcooling so i replaced the thermostat which appeared to be wide open but now my car is still underheating.
To much coolant?
Something else?

Thanks

Jun 21, 2010 | 04:53 PM

RotaryRocket88

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Seized clutch fan?

Jun 22, 2010 | 02:42 PM

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That would make the fan spin really fast right?

Jun 22, 2010 | 03:49 PM

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Yeah.

Jun 22, 2010 | 04:39 PM

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what? too much cooling is a problem? in this heat i wish mine would over cool. seriously tho, what is it that makes u think its overcooling? temp gauge not moving/barely getting off the C mark?

Jun 23, 2010 | 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by rxtasy3

what? too much cooling is a problem? in this heat i wish mine would over cool. seriously tho, what is it that makes u think its overcooling? temp gauge not moving/barely getting off the C mark?

I too am curious why you think it's undercooling? try checking the clutch fan like rotary rocket said too.

Jun 23, 2010 | 01:31 PM

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No matter what kind of engine, not running at operating temperature (too hot or too cold) is always bad for the block. I wonder if the temp gauge is bad? Get a pyrometer and start checking.