tworanger
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- Joined
- Nov 9, 2007
- Messages
- 53
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- Location
- Lynden, WA
- Vehicle Year
- 1991, 1997
- Make / Model
- Ford
- Engine Size
- 2.3
- Transmission
- Manual
I have a 1991 Ford ranger with a 2.3 liter manual. It has 164,000 mile on it and everything runs great yet. My problem is the temp gauge barely(?) makes it into the normal band in the cluster after driving 20 miles. The heat coming out of the vents is warm at best, never really getting hot. I have placed a piece of cardboard in front of the radiator with a 5"x5" hole and it still never heats up totally. I have replaced the thermostat with a 195 degree one and nothing has changed. I am no professional, but don't think the heater core could be the problem because the gauge indicates it's running cool. I know these engines never had a problem with overheating but it sure would be nice to get it warmer on cold mornings. you can ask me more questions if it would help, any ideas?