1999 Ford F150 running hot

1999 FORD F-150
147,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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DORRISH
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i replaced the thermostat on my truck but after running it for about 2 hours it gets hot
May 12, 2010 at 1:02 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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make sure the radiator's cooling fan(s) come on properly. if they do then check for blockages in cooling system, may need a good coolant flush.
May 12, 2010 at 11:44 PM
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