Low Engine Temp

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DAVIDMDAN
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I had to replace a bad thermostat housing on my 1987 Ford Ranger with a 2.3 4 cyl. engine.
I didn't replace the thermostat because it was working ok. Now, I can't get the engine temp up to the proper operating temp. It has a 195 deg. thermostat.
Any suggestions?
Jan 4, 2006 at 5:56 AM
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SMOKINFLOYD4.3
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maybe your fan clutch is stuck engauged, or the thermostat is hung open.
Jan 5, 2006 at 10:06 AM
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PALCO
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when replaceing the housing you may have gotten a piece of debrie in the thermostat holding it open. rule of thumb a thermostat is cheap insurance, any time your in the nieborhood replace it.
Jan 5, 2006 at 11:30 AM
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