The reason it
> runs hot is because most cooling systems have a bypass hole so that
> coolant will circulate through the engine when the thermostat is closed.
> If the thermostat isn't there hot coolant is being directed right back
>
This differs from my understanding of its function.  If the thermostat is
removed i think all the flow is still via the radiator.  And my experience
with a removed thermostat is that it may never reach running temperature as
has been mentioned.
Cheers justin
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