RE: engine heating up

[Chris Coracini <Coracin@usdl.com>]

>
>My car heats up (not to overheating though) while I'm doing daily normal
>driving.  But here's where it gets tricky.  IF i rev up the motor, say to 5K
>rpm the temperature drops to the normal position.  It will then start back up
>to the warmer spot.
>
>Any ideas?  I'm thinking of replacing the thermostat this weekend.  Does any
>one know if I can see the water pump impeller to see if it is loose?

it sounds like a bad thermostat, one that doesn't open all the way.
either that and/or a clogged radiator/cooling system...  i'd put some
radiator flush in the system before you drain the coolant and change the
thermostat.

chris
86 16V scirocco

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