I am not sure, but i changed the thermostat out from 180 to 192 degrees. I did change the radiator cap on the new radiator down to a six pound cap. I am in hopes that maybe taking out the air conditioner coor, may help to open up some air circulation. I seen where one guy had the same thing, he took out the thermostat completly and it ran cooler. I have way to much money in this motor to take chances. Maybe I am a little on the cautious side of things. In reality, if the carb was running to lean, will this cause it to over heat? Since this is a 383 motor, I may need to find out what the exact timing is and make sure it is on. I just get different ideas on the settings. I will have to take one thing at a time and go from there. The motor may not have any more than 50 miles on it. Thanks