Radiator Cover
#1
Radiator Cover
Hey guys,
I haven't seen any posts on here about covering your radiator in winter. Its -15*c (getting colder to) in Winnipeg right now and my truck is taking a long time to warm up. Hell, it even runs cool. Only 1/4 (highest I've seen it) on the stock temp gauge.
Should I cover the from of my rad with something. I have a piece of heat resistant plastic that I can cut to fit it perfectly. Maybe even cut some air holes if I end up running to hot.
Anyway I'm just looking for thoughts, options, experiences.
I drive a 2004 4.0L FXII, bone stock.
Jason
PS. I also think my fan clutch seized as it runs all the time, e-fan next year.
I haven't seen any posts on here about covering your radiator in winter. Its -15*c (getting colder to) in Winnipeg right now and my truck is taking a long time to warm up. Hell, it even runs cool. Only 1/4 (highest I've seen it) on the stock temp gauge.
Should I cover the from of my rad with something. I have a piece of heat resistant plastic that I can cut to fit it perfectly. Maybe even cut some air holes if I end up running to hot.
Anyway I'm just looking for thoughts, options, experiences.
I drive a 2004 4.0L FXII, bone stock.
Jason
PS. I also think my fan clutch seized as it runs all the time, e-fan next year.
#2
I was a Ford water pump engineer for 6 years.. and **if** everything is running properly you should'nt have to do anything. It ought to reach full temp w/o a problem.
If it's not, I'd replace the stat first. If still not right, I'd replace the temp sensor. (as they go bad the guage reads low) Oh.. and replace that fan clutch or get the e-fan. Spinning that thing all the time just wastes gas and overcools the whole engine compartment. It can also suck in and plug up the rad with snow/ice. Just keep in mind that engine temp is 100% controlled by the stat.
Rich
If it's not, I'd replace the stat first. If still not right, I'd replace the temp sensor. (as they go bad the guage reads low) Oh.. and replace that fan clutch or get the e-fan. Spinning that thing all the time just wastes gas and overcools the whole engine compartment. It can also suck in and plug up the rad with snow/ice. Just keep in mind that engine temp is 100% controlled by the stat.
Rich
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