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Old 10-21-2007, 07:32 AM
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Originally Posted by 392cobra
Miles,
I would tell that friend of yours to change out the thermostat.That high of heat can cause them to fail and most will fail in the closed position.
Great idea Smoke-Free-Fred. I'm dubious about this one anyway.


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Originally Posted by Barnsnake
It wouldn't be a bad idea for your friend to re-torque his heads and intake manifold. The aluminum components have a higher rate of thermal expansion than the steel fasteners holding them together. High temperatures tend to crush the gaskets to "make up the difference".
Excellent idea.


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Originally Posted by Wayne Maybury
.......By the way, why didn't your friend pull onto the shoulder when his engine began to over heat?
Wayne
He's a real stubborn ole coot!!
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