Engine running hotter than normal

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Jul 10, 2005 | 06:05 PM

VENGEANCE

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Engine running hotter than normal

I have a complete bolt on LS1, and i was running the stock catback off an ORY with a cutout. Even since selling my catback and running right off the ORY, my engine temp is higher when driving. The temp was usually about 3/4 of the way to the midline between 160 and 210. It now sits usually right under the midline, and when on the highway usually goes over it by a millimeter or two? I didnt think having it dumped 2 feet shorter than normal would have caused this, but i dont know. There are no changes in performance, just where the needle is sitting. It also fluctuates alot, changing temp every few minutes, usually when i get on it. But the weird thing is even in 6th gear at 1800 rpms on the highway it still runs hotter than when on city streets. Any suggestions?

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Jul 10, 2005 | 06:47 PM

VENGEANCE

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bump, help!

Jul 10, 2005 | 06:48 PM

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From: Winter Haven, Fl.

How many miles on the car?

Jul 10, 2005 | 07:12 PM

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From: St.Charles MO

Whens the last time you had an oil change? And what oil are you using?

Jul 10, 2005 | 07:23 PM

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It's fine.

Jul 10, 2005 | 07:24 PM

Steve454

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Could it be coincidental that you picked up something that's blocking the radiator? Possible sensor/gauge problem?

Jul 11, 2005 | 12:58 AM

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I just changed my oil few weeks back, using royal purple. One guy on another forum mentioned i may have used too much oil when cleaning my filter, and that it might be messing with my MAF. he said use some electrical cleaner and clear it up....