| By |
| David Nock |
| British car
Specialists |
| Stockton CA |
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A common problem on all cars is that your temperature gauge this
year reads a little higher than it did last year. This is a warning sign that something is
going to be a problem soon, so it’s best to get a look at it now rather let it be a
problem on the side of the road. There are several
things that could cause this. First get a thermometer and compare the temperature gauge on
the dash with the temperature of the coolant in the radiator by removing the radiator cap
and installing a thermometer in the radiator before starting the engine. |
| If
the gauge is correct the radiator is probably partially plugged either with bugs in the
fins or with a build-up in the tubes. It is best to remove the radiator approximately
every five years and have it cleaned. Then pour in a 50/50 mixture of anti freeze and
water. Other problems that may cause an increase
in the engine temperature are a loose fan belt, faulty thermostat, ignition timing and
carburetor mixtures.
(from Golden Gate Healey Happenings)
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