My motor runs cool....maybe too cool?

Turns out that there isn't a thermostat. The thermostat housing I have does not accept a thermostat and neither does the manifold because it's intended to be recessed into the upper housing. I had the shop order a thermostat housing with the recess for a thermostat and I also ordered an upper radiator hose. Hopefully the one I have now will work but I'll get an OEM fit hose just in case.

Well, there ya go. That'll make a difference. Thanks for following up.