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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote scott Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Aug/13/2017 at 12:07pm
How hot is it getting when it overheats?? Pegging the gauge??
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote mmaher94087 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Aug/13/2017 at 12:30pm
Run the engine with the fuel cap open. This sounds strangely like a non-vented cap problem.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote farna Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Aug/13/2017 at 3:31pm
You can use a piece of thin sheet metal to block off the exhaust crossmember -- one on each side.
Could be non-vented fuel cap...
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Any update?
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote tdkask Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Aug/23/2017 at 7:35pm
Sorry for the lack of responses or updates.

It is boiling the carb at about 195 or so.

I have since blocked off the exhaust crossover and replaced the 3/8" phenolic spacer with a ¾" hard rubber spacer. I've also moved the radiator a little closer to the fan (now 1/2" between them) and relocated the trans cooler. I'm not sure how much difference the spacer has made, as I can now keep my hand on the intake. Carb stays reasonable, and not as hot as intake. Also, temps never reach 190° either. Seems to be resolved. I haven't had a chance to really test though. I just got it all back together today and need a thermostat gasket before driving.
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060 overbore isn't helping matters
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