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Originally Posted by geezer#99
Don’t buy a liquid filled gauge if you can. They don’t like heat either.
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I agree with this . If you do get one only set the pressure when the gauge and engine is at room temp at first start up . After that you will get a false reading when the heat starts to warm everything .
I do agree to get you timing correct .
Are you sure you got the proper rotation on your water pump . If I remember correctly those come in both standard and reverse rotation . It sound like you have covered all the bases . Just something strange going on . I would verify the water pump part # to rule it out .
Just something to check off you list since your are beyond common problems .
Also has the heads been off . Head gaskets can be a problem if not correct .