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Date:         Sun, 19 May 1996 17:59:26 -0800
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From:         tbf@pacifier.com (Todd Francis)
Subject:      Re: 85 Westy running warm.

> >The other question is....is it okay to run the van in the summer without the >thermostat? Also, what other possibilities could be causing the engine to >run warm? > >Thanks in advance.... > >-Gregg >85 Westy, 76 Goldwing, 51 Plymouth, 75 Mercedes...need more toys! > > >GREGG

I have been experimenting with drilling holes in the thermostat to get the temp down. I find that 3 1/8 inch holes dramatically cool things down. In cold weather the heater dosn't work very well with the thermostat drilled out. Taking the thermostat out would be too much.

Todd


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