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RE: Overheating problem, can't figure it out - 9/2/2006 1:36:51 AM

uncle bill

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I've had to put new radiators on My 91 c2500, My 94 c1500, and My 94 c3500 after about 130K miles. Just part of the game. Luckily they're not real expensive.

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RE: Overheating problem, can't figure it out - 9/7/2006 10:46:05 AM

jessejames

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Hey guys sorry it took me so long, I forgot to get back with you.

So my old radiator was leaking, I figured I had to replace it regardless so I found a new one at Pep Boys for $160. Got a new cap as well. I had already flushed it the weekend before so I was good there. Put all new fluid in the new radiator and left the truck idling with the A/C on full blast. Temp was around 97 degrees that evening. Left the truck running for about 15 minutes, usually the temp is up and around 210 after idling that long with a/c on. Temp was around 180. Took it around for about 45 minutes in stop and go driving, engine never got hot one time???? I have been driving it back and forth to work every day since in 100 degree weather with a/c on full time and zero heat problems. It was the radiator. Old radiator was a little plugged up and a little rust coloration down low, plus the leak. I don't know what I really learned from this, but just got lucky the radiator was the problem.

PS-I love this truck. It has ben the finest vehicle I have ever owned. Even though I just purchased a Ford Powerstroke diesel, I plan on keeping my Chevy forever. AND, I'm still a Chevy man. Just got a deal I couldn't pas up with the Powerstroke.

< Message edited by jessejames -- 9/7/2006 11:00:49 AM >

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1991 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 auto, 5.7L 350 (newer motor, 15,000 miles on it)

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