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The one shuriken has fitted may already have the legs as did mine which have both come from dmgrs. They do make it more stable as the legs sit on the block. I compared the two as my original thermostat didn't have the supporting legs and noticed the difference in wobbly-ness
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Ivhope this will work, I drove yesterday but the car takes time to heat and the temperature remains at 80 degrees Last edited by Shuriken_57; 9th May 2021 at 13:43.. |
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Hello guys, I've fitted the new original MG Rover thermostat.
It no longer leaks, I lubricated the O-rings well when mounting and followed the Haynes coolant refil method. My operating temperature is around 82° instead of 90. What do you think? On the thermostat it is well indicated 82°, but on the forums we read that the ideal operating temperature of the kv6 is about 90°. Do you have any idea what the problem is or is it normal? Thank you.. |
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Are you using the instrument pack diagnostics digital display Brahim?
Does it read 82° when the car is being driven? At what speed? As the car is being driven does the temperature vary depending upon road speed? By how much? I always recommend the MG Rover method of refilling and bleeding which I post a lot. The Haynes version contains an error. The expansion tank bleed hose should not be disconnected as stated in fig. 27.38. I hope you didn't do that. Ignore the 82° marking moulded into the thermostat housing. The thermostat inside is rated at 88°, or it should be; mine is. Simon
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Yes , the temperature vary depending upon road speed: between 90 khm and 130khm , the temperature is 82-83°. In city, ,it's 84/100° depending the traffic. I think I’m going to do a purge again because I disconnected the expansion tank bleed hose, I didn’t know it would be a problem. Thanks for listening Simon . Have a good evening. Last edited by Shuriken_57; 21st May 2021 at 20:08.. |
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Your symptoms are a classic case of an unsealed cooling system. This could be due to anything from worn expansion tank cap seals, a faulty cap, a loose hose connection, a slowly seeping 'O' ring in the 'V', a defective water pump gasket or bearing, a leaking radiator, inlet manifold gasket etc. etc., the list is almost endless. It will not be easy to find because there won't necessarily be drops of coolant visible. Quote:
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I bought two thermostats, and the result is the same.
I don’t think they are defective, I have no leaks now but my temperature isn't as good as the other 75's owners . I inspected everything again today without success. It takes time to heat and reach just over 82°( starting and driving 4 km in the city). I don’t think the thermostat is blocked. Would anyone have a idea, please? Thank you. Last edited by Shuriken_57; 23rd May 2021 at 19:05.. |
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Hello mate! Is your coolant temperature a concern? Mine gives me in cruising mode between 75 & 85°, sometimes even 70°, controlled by Torque Pro. My engine works a treat and I'm not at all intrigued or anxious. Temperatures are lower when fuelling with full E85 (ethanol). Besides I've swapped for a slightly bigger radiator and have a slightly modified air intake giving more breath. If the engine is left in stand by for a few minutes the temperature is growing over 80/85° indeed.
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The temperature worries me because I rely on the indications given by our English friends. I changed the thermostat when I fixed my fuel leak because the original thermostat began to leak. I’m worried about damaging the engine or that the oil is not at the right temperature. Thanks you |
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