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Old 5th May 2019, 18:59   #14
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Originally Posted by Rsnail View Post
And even if the matrix won't flush when doing as described above, maybe inserting a garden hose in either the top or lower (?) hose of the radiator and forcing water through would do it? Any thoughts?
No, that won't flush the heater matrix. The only way is to disconnect the coolant hoses at some place (typically at the firewall) and jet through using a hosepipe.

According to your gauge needle, I'd say your engine is running in a 60-70C range. That's waaay too low. In effect, you don't have a thermostat at all.

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