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Originally Posted by JackG
Ok, yesterday I installed a new thermostat (176degree) and flushed again.
still hot.....100+. yes it was hot, I could smell it, but no boil over. any more ideas?
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Most likely you've got air trapped in the engine somewhere. Either fill through the upper radiator hose with the car nose-up on a steep incline or wait for it to work its way out. I've had the darndest time with t-stats but I've finally hit on one that works after going through four. I ordered a 175F from Autozone and knocked out the 1/8" plug on the plate that opens and closes and now it runs steady at 82C whereas before it would run from 90-100C. By the way, it took me two days to get the air out and for temps to settle to 82C after putting the good t-stat in.