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F-100
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Runs Hot
I have a 1976 Ford F100. How does it run hot with water in the radiator?
1976 FORD F-100
300,000 MILES
TLPIERCE4250
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IT hasnt been running hot. Until 10 minutes ago it makes a noise but it has water and it doesnt smoke.
Apr 26, 2012 at 8:47 PM
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RASMATAZ
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-Check the thermostat-start here, let me know
Apr 26, 2012 at 8:49 PM
DJCL
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It will run hotter with water in it. It has a lower boiling point than antifreeze
Apr 26, 2012 at 9:01 PM
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