What temperature should a 350 engine run at?

As long as the timing is correct and you have no restrictions in your cooling system and the cooling fan is working properly the average temp for the 350 chevy is 190-210. If you are running a 195 t-stat your engine will always run in this area.

What temp should a small block Chevy run at?

200-212 is the optimal operating temp for a chevy v8; best power/ fuel economy, and least amount of wear. Towing uphill in 105 degree heat I ran at at around 130-140 for a while, but a good 180 degree thermostat will keep your temp 195-212 dgrees except in the nastiest/hottest conditions.

What temp does a Chevy 350 overheat?

190-210 IS THE RANGE FOR ANY 350 OUT THERE.

Does a thermostat add horsepower?

If you hang around car guys long enough, you will hear that a colder thermostat will help you make more power. However, a low-temp thermostat by itself does not make power. In some circumstances, a colder thermostat can help the engine make more power. But it’s not the lower temps that do it.

What is the normal operating temperature of a car engine?

Many vehicles run right around, but hopefully below boiling, which is 212 F or 100 C. So to give you a very generic answer 212 F +- 10–30 degrees. It largely depends on the car. Originally Answered: What is the normal operating temperature of an engine for a car? What is the normal operating temperature of an engine for a car?

What is the temperature of a V8 engine?

The valve covers bolt down center and it has a metal timing cover. The engine can have a manual transmission or an automatic transmission gearbox. The thermostat is rated at 71 degrees Celsius and the alternator rating for the hot operating amps is 65 and 72 for the cold operating amps.

What is the thermostat rating on a 305 engine?

The engine can have a manual transmission or an automatic transmission gearbox. The thermostat is rated at 71 degrees Celsius and the alternator rating for the hot operating amps is 65 and 72 for the cold operating amps.

What should the thermostat be on a 2003 Monte?

2003 MONTE SS eng code K. Eng seems to be running hotter that I was use to in my 2001 (same ENG). BOOK CALLS FOR 195 THERMOSTAT I am considering a drop down to 185. Will this effect the ECM?