87 Coupe question

[Huw Powell]

> I just got this 87 GT Coupe with the 2.3l and digital dash.
> I love it. I wasn't aware of how much I missed the music of
> the 5cyl (especially w/ the loud exhaust).

Cool!  How come the exhaust is loud?... hole in muffler?

> It has some problems. The windshield wipers work only when
> the lever is on the highest level (3rd step, no action on 1st or 2nd)
> Is this a relay problem?

start at the switch and trace the signal...

> The engine seems to run on the cooler side (2 notches above
> /to the right of the "C" on the digital dash). At 90 to 100mph
> the oil temp gets up to only 90 Celsius at 24 - 25 miles/gal.
> I don't know if runs rich or not. I know that this car has two rads.
> Personally, I'd like the Oil temp to hover around 100-110 to evaporate
> contaminants and moisture condensation.

Start with thermostat replacement.  If it's stuck open, you'll never
really get the engine warm.  Does the heater get nice and toasty?

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Huw Powell

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