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Flathead 6 running hot need HELP

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by rodluver, Jul 23, 2010.

  1. rodluver
    Joined: Mar 29, 2010
    Posts: 29

    rodluver
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    I just bought this old trk,and we got it running just this week, after it had been sitting for a long time,the fellow I purchased the trk from, said the engine was rebuilt,with new water pump and everything,I believe him because it runs so good,and the water pump wasn't even painted,it has a 3 blade fan and thier was no thermostat,my radiator checked out good,I know nothing about these engines ,could someone pleas help:confused:
     
  2. tad626
    Joined: Feb 25, 2007
    Posts: 49

    tad626
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    You need a thermostat, or at least a restrictor, knock the center out of the thermostat. Water is going through to fast to cool the motor.
    Art
     
  3. rodluver
    Joined: Mar 29, 2010
    Posts: 29

    rodluver
    Member

    Thats what I'll do In the morning,man I appreciate the reply...
     

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