On Fri, 19 Nov 2010 11:33:45 -0000, "GT" > wrote:

>In fact, is there an easy way of confirming that the thermostat is shot?

IME, Alfa stats aren't strong. This, allied with your classic fault
symptom description makes it a no-brainer. Just change it and don't
waste any further time on it..winter is coming!

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Z
Scotland
Alfa Romeo 156 2.4JTD Veloce Leather (sold)
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