I recently purchased a 2009 Ram 1500 SLT, 4.7L, 2WD, 34K. The truck runs great and doesn't seem to struggle at any point. However, my normal Coolant Temp is usually around 215 deg. This just seems a little high to me. I know it has the stock thermostat in it and wanted to know if this is something I should have looked at or if it is a normal operating temp? I live in Virginia and the summer temps are typically between 85 and 100 (depending on the weather). Is this too high? BTW, Oil temp ranges anywhere from 130-150.

 

Try Redline water wetter , make sure your coolant in your radiator is up to spec first & the entire system has the correct amount in it. 1 bottle treats the whole system , add it directly to the radiator coolant , not the overflow. I can back this up because I use it , I saw a 28 degree drop in coolant temp in my T/A & it has ALOT of mods done to the engine , even at idle it will not top 190 degrees , or you could also swap the stock thermostat for a 180 or lower depending on the heat you want during colder months. Happy oil temp is 165-180 degrees , so you're good there. Good luck!

 

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