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What temp should a 350 small block run at?

What temp should a 350 small block run at?

190-210 IS THE RANGE FOR ANY 350 OUT THERE. THAT IS THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMP.

How do you put a thermostat in a car?

Work

  1. Introduction.
  2. 1Locate your thermostat if you haven’t already done so.
  3. 2Place a bucket under where you’re going to be working.
  4. 3Remove the clamp.
  5. 4Pull off the hose.
  6. 5Remove the bolts that hold the thermostat housing in place and lift out the old thermostat.
  7. 6Lay the new gasket in place.

What is normal operating temperature for a Chevy 350 engine?

200-212 is the optimal operating temp for a chevy v8; best power/ fuel economy, and least amount of wear. Towing uphill in 105 degree heat I ran at at around 130-140 for a while, but a good 180 degree thermostat will keep your temp 195-212 dgrees except in the nastiest/hottest conditions.

Where is the thermostat on a small Chevy?

The thermostat in the small block Chevy is located in the front of the engine, on top, and is easy to replace. Drain the cooling system below the level of the thermostat.

How do you install a new SBC thermostat?

Place the new thermostat in your SBC’s intake manifold with the pointed end up. Set the new gasket in place, and install the thermostat housing and bolts, using thread sealant on the bolts. Tighten the bolts finger tight, plus one-quarter turn. Reinstall the upper radiator hose, and tighten the hose clamp.

How do you install a new thermostat on a car?

Set the new gasket in place, and install the thermostat housing and bolts, using thread sealant on the bolts. Tighten the bolts finger tight, plus one-quarter turn. Reinstall the upper radiator hose, and tighten the hose clamp. Refill the radiator, and reinstall the radiator cap. Start the engine and check for leaks.

What should the thermostat be on a Camaro?

I borrowed a temperature gun from my father (it’s made for food by the way) and after driving the car around for about 15 minutes in 90 degree heat both the upper and lower radiator hoses read about 10 degrees apart from each other, lower one being about 168 degrees and the upper being 175.