Re: [DML] Re: quick question

[Jim Strickland <ihaveanaccount@xxxxxxxx>]

I'm not convinced that replacing all the hoses is the appropriate action
at this time.  I'd first find out why the engine was running hot.
bad fan(s)? otterstat?  running too lean? air in the coolant system? 
coolant not mixed properly? plugged radiator fins? bad oil?

If you're going to torture the vehicle with elevated temperatures until
the problem is resolved, you might as well not have brand new parts
taking the beating.  

Jim
1537

On Fri, 14 May 2004 04:04:24 -0000 "content22207"
<brobertson@xxxxxxxxxxxx> writes:
> Welcome aboard, but:
>
...
> Your first order of business as a new owner should be to replace 
> every
> hose in the cooling system. There are more of them than you may
> realize, and some are hidden under the intake manifold. You must
> ensure that the cooling fan circuit operates properly, and that both
> fans spin. Bleeding air out is imperative because not only is the
> thermostat the highest point in the system, it is also located too 
> far
> from the radiator to bleed itself (unless you install a self 
> bleeder,
> which I highly recommend).
...

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