Engine is in and fired....
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From: N.E. Ohio
Car: 82 Z28
Engine: 370 ci.
Transmission: M 20 4 speed
Axle/Gears: stock open 3.43
Engine is in and fired....
Lit right up, set the timing, adjusted the carb, everything was perfect. Good oil pressure, charging good, but not getting over 150 degrees, and not building pressure in the rad hoses. Next day I drove it up and down the road for a few minutes ( open headers ) couldn't stand it anymore. Still no pressure and not heating past 150 and the bottom hose is cool compared to the top hose. I could see the thermostat being stuck but it don't over heat. Solid spacer 18 inch fan, stock shroud. I am going to replace the radiator cap tomorrow. That could explain the lack of pressure. I am waiting on the y pipe to show up then I can get it out for a longer ride with a little more throttle. Not worried just a little weird. Maybe I will post some video tomorrow.
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