I'd have to say it is the 180 degree thermostat. I know if I start my truck
up in the morning, ten minutes later the needle hasn't moved yet.
hope this helps
Scott Miller
Shelby Dakota #322 (14.89 @ 89mph)
94 V-6 Dakota Sport (16.01 @ 85mph)
http://racetruck.tripod.com
http://racetruck.tripod.com/new/94dak.html
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Christopher Devaney
> Sent: Sunday, January 30, 2000 10:00 AM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: warming up
>
>
> I have a 93 ext. cab with the 3.9L with 80,000 miles i just
> bought it about a
> month ago, when i start my truck in the cold it seems to take
> forever to warm
> up. I have replaced the thermostat with a 180° (the old thermo. was stuck
> open) flushed the cooling sys. & filled with new antifreeze / dist. water.
> there is no leaks that i have found level still good been about 2
> weeks now.
> could the fan clutch be screwing up?
> anyone with some advise would be greatly appreciated.......thanx.
>
>
> 93 4x4 ex. cab
> 3.9L auto.
>
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