Startup Procedire ?'s

the thermostat won't open till it get's to 180 degrees so running it won't be a problem and if you want it to get warm quicker put a towel in front of the radiator till it get's warm then remove the towel.and using water is a good idea too! after you run it for a while and got it broke in you can flushe the system after cooldown to make sure no debris in there before you install coolant,Good thread you started this should be helpful to all

Codfish said

Some guys say run a thermostat, and others say don't. You want the engine to get up operating temps as quickly as possible.

Another thing I like to do, and it may be trivial, is to use straight water instead of coolant. If you do have a leak, it's alot easier to clean up. Ask me how I know:angry7:

Have an extra set of eyes or two helping you too.

Oh, and save the beer for the party AFTER it's all done.:cheers:

good luck

codfish

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