Engine runs hot

1996 GMC SUBURBAN
195,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
REDFISH2020
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
In the last 2 months I have replaced the transmission, radiator, lower and upper intake manifold gaskets, the check engine light is off, coolant and resevor are full, oil has been changed and is full, all gauges read fine on oil, temp, etc. but the engine seems very hot after driving for 45 minutes or so. Hotter than it should be I guess. This is just from opening the hood and feeling the heat coming off the engine. I have owned a few vehicles in this year range and have not noticed this before.
Apr 4, 2017 at 4:37 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
HMAC300
  • CERTIFIED EXPERT
  • 48,601 POSTS
what engine size if it's a big block it will run hot as long as no lights or heat guage is in middle you are ok
Apr 5, 2017 at 7:36 AM
Avatar
REDFISH2020
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
It is a 5.7 Vortec
Apr 5, 2017 at 7:47 AM
Advertisement
Avatar
HMAC300
  • CERTIFIED EXPERT
  • 48,601 POSTS
well if gauges read ok don't worry about it normal temp is 210 on these you could check the radiator cap for correct pressure.
Apr 5, 2017 at 9:28 AM
Avatar
REDFISH2020
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
Thanks for the help!
Apr 5, 2017 at 9:30 AM