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Temp gauge/overheating 120-130 1965

posted by  derek uk on  Thu Oct 13 05:38 CST 2011
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When the engine and carbs, especially the carbs, are in good condition, you can set a very low tickover speed. It's a bit of a challenge and will look good ticking over smoothly at 650rpm but won't turn the water pump very fast. If running a generator/dynamo the red light likely to be fully on as well, indicating no charge. Better to set it to 850-900 and have more water flowing round.
A poor seal on the rad cap will also put the temp up if it's losing pressure.
Check your fan belt tension too.






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New Temp gauge/overheating [120-130][1965]
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