On Thursday, July 14, 2011 10:05:08 am David Willett and Carol Gray wrote:
> During the current spell of 85F + weather recently I took my recently
> rebuilt 3A out for its first experience of hot weather. It duly duly
> proceeded to stall whenever I let the revs drop too low when pulling.
> I had to let it sit and cool for five or ten minutes each time before
> it would start again.
>
> I assume this was due to overheating (temp gauge was showing 200F),
> and my next move has to involve installing an electric fan?
>
> Dave
Dave,
I have been driving both my 3 and 4 in 85 + days recently and they never get
much above 185 unless I am stuck in traffic for more than 5 minutes or up a
real long hill. Even then just above the 185 mark.
Since your engine is rebuilt I am guessing the water jacket is clear of gunk.
So it could be your radiator, coolant, water pump or thermostat. I use a 50/50
mix of antifreeze and distilled water.
Both my 3 and 4 use the stock TR4 4 bladed fan.
Bob
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