My apologies was supposed to be in the 212-219 and my extra temp sensor is
in the neck coming out of the head. Was wondering on the old debate do
aluminum radiators cool better? Was thinking better fan, anyone have any
cfm specs? I know its a reach but there are very knowledgeable list members
here!!

Velma 82 1.9L AAZ  rd westy
On Aug 27, 2013 11:38 AM, "mark drillock" <mdrillock@cox.net> wrote:

> When VW started installing factory turbo diesel engines they increased the
> airflow capacity of the radiator fan assembly.
>
> You should consider upgrading to the much more powerful fan system fitted
> to many of the US 86+ models. The larger motor and matching shroud are
> simple bolt-in. Then some extra wiring MUST be done to support the greater
> amp draw of the more powerful fan motor.
>
> Mark
>
>
> ralph meyermann wrote:
>
>> Hi all, just finished a trip with the New powerplant and on the way up I
>> was running between 190-200f little head wind and fairly cool, on the way
>> back 210-220f with a 20-30 mph head wind. I was noticing that with the
>> accelerator in the same position running 60 mph it was about 112f and 65
>> mph 119f? Could the water pump be flowing too quickly to efficiently cool?
>> I am planning on a new aluminum radiator, a lower temp fan switch and a
>> higher cfm fan? Any advice is appreciated as always, thanks! Still 19.7
>> mpg
>> with big head wind and pulling small 15' aluminum bass boat.
>> Velma 82 1.9L AAZ  td westy
>>
>>