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dp1743 · 07-21-2013, 10:42 AM

I think my overheating problem will be solved shortly. I realized there were no deflector shrouds on the bottom or top of the radiator. I've ordered each. I also put in a mechanical temp guage which gives a somewhat cooler reading. I believe the guage on the dash (original type) is not calibrated correctly. When I get it together again, I'll calibrate that. Thirdly, my radiator sprung a small leak so while that is out I've ordered a new on with a 14" fan. With all of this effort it'll have to see some improvement. I'll let you know how it turns out.

07-21-2013, 10:42 AM	#47
dp1743 Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Stoughton, MA Posts: 39	Re: Overheating Flathead I think my overheating problem will be solved shortly. I realized there were no deflector shrouds on the bottom or top of the radiator. I've ordered each. I also put in a mechanical temp guage which gives a somewhat cooler reading. I believe the guage on the dash (original type) is not calibrated correctly. When I get it together again, I'll calibrate that. Thirdly, my radiator sprung a small leak so while that is out I've ordered a new on with a 14" fan. With all of this effort it'll have to see some improvement. I'll let you know how it turns out.