First of all,Let me say how helpfull this sight is.When I need to look for advice i just click to this sight for answers
I seem to come accross a
problem with the temp.running beetween 200
/220 i cannot figure it out.That is after changing water pump,therm
astat,cap,and replaceing
with new anti-freeze.Any help please?
Thanks in advance:> )
1997 F-150 Xlt 4.6

 

When you replaced the thermostat did you replace it with a 180 degree one or a 200 degree one? I am not sure about your truck but i know that many new vehicles are designed to run hot (about 200 degrees), something to do with cleaner emissions.

-Jon

 

Ford4ever,
Thanks for reply,
I went to Ford and Purchased all the parts.I hope they gave the right thermastat for that application.F65Z*19549*AA



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1997 F-150 Xlt 4.6
Pac.Green/Cream
bucket seats / console

Mods:
interior,
dual guage pod temp/oil

Exterior,
16"KMC rims (polished)
michelin P275/70R16
front clear corners
rear alteezas
front/rear lighted logo
BMW side marker/emblem
BMW Z3 marker lamps installed in bumper
aluminum grill
Bladerunner(painted)
Cobra Hood (painted)
Ford bug shield (painted)
Windshield Wiper Cowl (smoke)
Quad Light Airdam (stillen)/Mini Proj.Lgts.
Projection headlight covers
tinted windows
"GOOD VIBRATIONS" Logo
up front (windshield)
Rear slider window
Retract light under hood

Future Mods:
Belltech 3/4
Snugtop cab height/tinted
windows
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