1990 ford crown victoria wagon

1990 FORD CROWN VICTORIA
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hi,
I have a 1990 Crown Victoria Wagon-181000 miles.
whenever i drive quite a bit, upon stopping at a light i hear a banging noise coming from the engine. I believe it has something to do with the coolant getting hot. i felt the upper large coolant hose and felt it hot and pulsing.
would anyone know why i hear this banging noise coming from the engine when coolant gets hot. the car never overheats and rides smoothly. is it possible i have to change my thermostat?
any help would be greatly appreciated.
thank you
Sep 5, 2006 at 1:25 PM
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yes it is possible you need a new thermostat. or possibly the radiator needs a good cleaning. the water may not be flowing throught it good enough. may also be hotter than it shows (NOS)
Sep 6, 2006 at 7:36 PM
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SACRILIDGE06
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Have the motor mounts been checked? most times that is the problem with stopping and having a clunk sound from the motor.
Sep 27, 2006 at 12:35 PM
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