PS cooler and new electric fan
I added a PS cooler and that seems to have remedied that nagging issue. So, I'm on to the next nagging issue.
I've been using the cheap chinese "chrome" electric fan (16") that came with the car. I don't see any part numbers on it and have no way of measuring the CFM.
Currently, I have a 185*/175* temperature switch. During extended drives in stop/go traffic, the coolant temp will creep up to 220*. As a side note, the gauge may be off by 10-15* because, according to the gauge, my fan does not kick on until 195*-200*.
I got a new Derale fan and installed it and went for a drive this past Saturday. It was humid and mid 80's. The coolant temp stayed at 205* for most of the drive, only creeping up to 210* sitting at a few consecutive lights.
I feel there is still some engine tuning to do that may help lower temps. We'll see what I can manage there.
Daniel
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