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Old 07-10-2008, 02:12 PM
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Default New Build Overheating

I just finished snapping the engine back together on my 351W. I am battling an overheating issue. The themostatand head gaskets are installedthe right way, timing isn't quite set yet. I seem to have air pockets in the coolant system. I was told tojack the car up and refill the radiator, which I didm and itwas low. It seems to still have air pockets. What is the best way to get rid of them?
What temperature should I be looking for as normal? Also, what are you guys setting your timing at?
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Old 07-14-2008, 10:22 AM
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I threw a coolant overflow in this weekend and tried my best to bleed the air out of the system. I found a hex nut in the return line from the heater core where it goes into the intake and loosened it until coolant came out. I also threw some Water Wet in with the coolant. Seems to be working well. It hasn't run hotter than 190 since and stays around 180 degrees.
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