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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 02:22 PM
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Hi guys I have a 96 f-150 straight six I replaced me radiator a few months ago but when I start driving it sky rockets I didn't replace the thermostat
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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 05:26 PM
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I would replace the thermostat first because it is such a cheap fix and easy. Then if that doesn't fix it I would start looking at perhaps a water pump issue
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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 07:18 PM
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Your lower radiator hose may be collapsing as well when it heats up.It should have an internal spring with the new one to stop this.
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