I have a 1976 Ford F100. How does it run hot with water in the radiator?

Tiny
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IT hasnt been running hot. Until 10 minutes ago it makes a noise but it has water and it doesnt smoke.
Thursday, April 26th, 2012 AT 8:47 PM

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Tiny
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-Check the thermostat-start here, let me know
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Thursday, April 26th, 2012 AT 8:49 PM
Tiny
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It will run hotter with water in it. It has a lower boiling point than antifreeze
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Thursday, April 26th, 2012 AT 9:01 PM

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