frontman
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Cameronpark Ca
I know this will sound weird but I figured I would ask. I have a 91, 4.0, auto. I just changed the radiator to a CFS 3 row, replaced the stat, and cap (195*) but motor very rarely gets to operating temp. it is still reasonably cool up where I live but with new stat I assumed it would get warmer and stay there. Also as I was changing cap I broke then replaced the heater valve (not sure if it matters) and heater works fine. the very day before i changed radiator it was badly overheating due to a small leak in previous radiator. Now I dont use coolant (dont ask) but wonder if by doing so will it help retain heat and hence bring temps back normal? My concern is that I wont be getting the correct fuel consumption given that its not running warm enough. I know some of the normal posters will say " get an aftermarket gauge " but like i said the day before it was working right so while it is a possibility I dont think it is the problem. Thanx in advance for help.