Wayne,
Thanks for your reply. I forgot to mention that my timing was spot on and
the engine is running rich. While I know that running 200 deg. is fine, I
prefer to have a more consistant temperature on my roadsters like my other
cars do. The only time the temperature gauge rises on my pickup and van
is when I am pulling my loaded 5000 lb. trailer at highway speeds.
> Patrick what temperature are you trying to achieve. 180 is a good running
> temperature, even 200 on a hot day like you have is fine. Run Mobil 1 and
> forget about it. If you're running high compression than a higher Octane is
> needed. Also what's your timing set at? More advanced the hotter it will
> run, also are you running too lean... just my 2c
> Good Luck,
> Wayne
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Peace,
Pat
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