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1976 Triumph Spitfire Repair Question


Topics covered: Coolant, Radiator, Runs rough.
Mileage: 65,000 miles.

Asked on February 6, 2011

Runs rough when hot

1976 Triumph runs rough when HOT. Starts fine and drives OK when cold.
Avatar Asked by Kingrichie

Answer

Replied on February 16, 2011

Check that the thermostat is working correctly, and get the radiator cleaned as you may have a few blocked core tubes, this is a common problem especially if good quality coolant is not used.

mark (mhpautos)

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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