Forget not... chemicals in antifreeze help prevent rust. Water alone does
nothing other than cool.
WFO
Ajhsys@aol.com wrote:
> In a message dated 8/20/01 6:11:39 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
> converse@centurytel.net writes:
>
> > It does go right back down when the motor is started and the water is
> > flowing.
> > I can bring it down faster by reving the motor a bit.
> >
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> Like I said, it sounds like the cooling system is doing it's job perfectly.
> Check the mix of coolant and water. It should be no more than 50%
> antifreeze. In the summer you can run straight water. Water cools better
> than antifreeze. Just make sure you add some antifreeze before freezing
> temps get there.
>
> Allen Hefner
> SCCA Philly Region Rally Steward
> '77 Midget
> '92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
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