Hello,
I have a recently rebuilt early 60's model Chrysler marine 318 with a fresh water cooling system. This particular engine has the thermostat housing with the choke t-stat and pressure relief disc. The engine is running hot, and I can't seem to figure out why. I would like to replace the t-stat housing as it is corroded, but I cannot find any of this type. I have tried to bleed all the air from the system, but that has not helped. It is hard to tell if I am getting good cooling in the heat exchanger or proper circulation. The fresh water pump dual impellers were ok when installed recently, and it seems I am getting good flow on the seawater side.
I am running out of ideas. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks in advance!
Tony
I have a recently rebuilt early 60's model Chrysler marine 318 with a fresh water cooling system. This particular engine has the thermostat housing with the choke t-stat and pressure relief disc. The engine is running hot, and I can't seem to figure out why. I would like to replace the t-stat housing as it is corroded, but I cannot find any of this type. I have tried to bleed all the air from the system, but that has not helped. It is hard to tell if I am getting good cooling in the heat exchanger or proper circulation. The fresh water pump dual impellers were ok when installed recently, and it seems I am getting good flow on the seawater side.
I am running out of ideas. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks in advance!
Tony