Is aprox 210-215degrees normal

paramed214 · 03-08-2004, 08:11 PM

I have a 97 1500 with 360. The temp gauge always read above 200. Usually around 210 or 215. Is this normal for this truck. I have seen other trucks run normally below 200. Should I be conserned about this. It never runs hot but this just seems a little high.

BleedDodge · 03-08-2004, 09:09 PM

Maybe you're low on coolant or something. It shouldn't be running that high.

GreenlandMopar · 03-08-2004, 11:18 PM

I have the same truck and it ran at the same temp as yours. Just go to your local dodge dealer and pick up a 190 degree thermostat. The truck will run cooler and it could even help your gas milage.

indyram · 03-09-2004, 01:01 AM

I have a '96 and did the same thing. It is a little time consuming to change it though.

paramed214 · 03-09-2004, 07:59 AM

Will try the new therm. Running cooler can,t hurt.

GreenlandMopar · 03-09-2004, 10:16 AM

Hey reply back and tell me how the therm. helped.. thanx

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