<VV> Heads too hot

[Western Canada CORSA]

I'm with Dennis.  I still don't buy it.  If you were actually experiencing
those kind of head temps your engine would be pinging at the slightest
provocation, and I doubt if you could maintain those oil temps.

If you say the gauge is accurate, then it has to be the sender, or the
wiring to the sender that is causing the issue.

Regards,
Joel

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Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 11:46 PM
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Subject: <VV> Heads too hot


Hi Folks,

 

I have a problem that i just can't get solved. I rebuilt the engine of my
'64 vert two years ago and about everything is new, based on one of the
major rebuilt kits of Corvair Underground. I installed a Spyder dash to keep
in contact with the engine. Now my oil temp is running fine at 180 F
(external oil cooler above the fan), but the heads are between 470 and 500 F
after a 20 minute drive. It's not running lean (check), static timing is
correct on 14 degrees (check), I use the right spark plugs (Delco R44F,
check), I just deflashed and cleaned the heads (check),  lower shrouds are
off, weather temp between 55 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit.  Any Ideas?

 

Arend Huisman

Netherlands, '64 vert

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