Still overheatin

redneckn

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1984 merc V6 installed temp gauge runs 3/4 on gauge at idle. Once on plane slowly moves to hot shut down motor before buzzer goes off. New w/p kit including housing,new pickup tube runs 12-15 psi at wot pressure.Compression good,135-140 all cyl.Good spark timing set dead on,Any ideas/suggestions taken. thanks in advance
 

redneckn

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Re: Still overheatin

150 hp ser#6296484 if this helps any 2.4 litre
 

Fouled Plug

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Re: Still overheatin

Sure the temp gauge is accurate? Also, could be a stuck thermostat.
 

redneckn

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Re: Still overheatin

Running motor without t-stats for now until i can solve this problem. The powerhead is freshly rebuiltmaybe just tight?
 
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