Overheating question

[Rich 5150 69]

man somebody`s got their panties in a bunch...

[RUSHNBOBO]

Originally Posted by Rich 5150 69

man somebody`s got their panties in a bunch...

Don't remember sayin anything about your post....so why do you give a sh** there's plenty of other forums you can waste your comments on. You got an issue with my post or do you just not have anything else to do? Maybe he is your boyfriend? Let him comment on his own; there moderator/ administrator/ team leader wanna be

When someone going to post b.s. and contradict my post without anything to back it up ....I'll do two clicks on Google and quote from a real pro, not just make sh** up.

[padresag]

Originally Posted by RUSHNBOBO

Don't remember sayin anything about your post....so why do you give a sh** there's plenty of other forums you can waste your comments on. You got an issue with my post or do you just not have anything else to do? Maybe he is your boyfriend? Let him comment on his own; there moderator/ administrator/ team leader wanna be

When someone going to post b.s. and contradict my post without anything to back it up ....I'll do two clicks on Google and quote from a real pro, not just make sh** up.

it is to bad that you don't know but have to quote some article
grow up

[Clyde65]

I used a Champion aluminum 3core radiator I got from Reliable Radiator on evilbay. It cool my little 4.85 perfectly. oh, I also have twin 12" elec fans with it too.

[oldtrux]

Originally Posted by Clyde65

I used a Champion aluminum 3core radiator I got from Reliable Radiator on evilbay. It cool my little 4.85 perfectly. oh, I also have twin 12" elec fans with it too.

i also seen those on ebay,nice lookin units!that is what i plan on getting for mine when i'm ready!decent price too!

[gimmy 64]

if that guy would read his own article the last line says shroud-fan and all make a differance just like ron said. maybe he needs to go over to the hamb where every one has an attitude

[RUSHNBOBO]

Originally Posted by gimmy 64

if that guy would read his own article the last line says shroud-fan and all make a differance just like ron said. maybe he needs to go over to the hamb where every one has an attitude

Yea, just like Ron said .......Mr. "radiator size don't mean squat" ...cmon there gimmy 64 ....who's, "that guy"....are you talking about me? Just push the little quote button there on my post and show me what you don't agree with and if I'm wrong ....good for you, I'll be the first to correct or delete it.

Not quite sure what your talking about in this quote above, maybe you could expand on the shroud-fan reference in more detail, and we can get that corrected.

I'll check back tomorrow and we'll get this fixed for you... no quick reply, Quote MY POST and show ME the mistakes. Don't want anyone to be confused. Try and watch that attitude, don't want to send you to that hamb deal.

[Slow Build]

Unsubscribing.

[Rich 5150 69]

Originally Posted by oldtrux

i also seen those on ebay,nice lookin units!that is what i plan on getting for mine when i'm ready!decent price too!

Champion aluminum 3 row radiator. http://stores.ebay.com/PERFORMANCE-COOLING
Thats what I installed in mine, $239 to the door....happy so far.

[rideblue00]

wow, we need a flame board! lol

[1Bad62Pro/Street]

Originally Posted by BillyDeluxe

Hi guys,
I have a bored 350 out of a 1980 C10 truck in my 65 short stepside. During the summer months I always have the same problems since a few years now.
Always when I get stuck in the traffic the engine starts overheating. As soon as you move again the temp in going down quickly.

What I've tried so far:
-I switched to the factory stock 3-row Harrison radiator (had something different before)
-switched thermostat serveral times (tried 160, 180 and high flow),
-switched from a 16" belt-driven fan to a 19" belt driven fan,
-tried with and without electrical fan (yes it's better with electrical fan switched on but I want to go without - it must be possible!)
-because of a blown head gasket I cleaned both heads last year and checked all the water channels - nothing suspicious
-I bought a stock shroud but the new 19" is too big for it, surprise!


What I would do next:
-I would buy a brand new radiator (maybe 4-row desert edition) - hopefully the brackets still fit for the bigger one
-I would give my current radiator away to let it clean and give it a new net
-I would swap the water pump to a Edelbrock or Stewart high-flow pump to get more flow into the system


What do you guys think - what would be your next steps?
Thanks
Andy

Andy,

Just a few questions.
Is the 1980 350 stock?
These were still Quadrajet Carb fed engines if I remember correctly.
The fuel / air mixture, timing, and spark all affect engine temperature.
What rpm range is your engine idling at?
When you fire your engine up from a cold start and let it warm up does it start to overheat or is it fine? You didn't mention it so it may not do that.
Are you using a automatic transmission?
You mentioned about the water pump and that can leave to overheating if its bad or leaking. I think in the later models chevy they had reverse flows on them.
You mentioned the blown head gasket. Did you do a leak-down test on her?
If you want to go without the electric fan you can use a Clutch Fan.
I'm using a clutch fan, old style fan shroud, and 180* thermostat with stock radiator. Never had problems.
When you are in traffic and start move again any hesitation?


Here are some links with some info that you can look over.
Some of it does'nt apply here but not bad info. They missed out on the automatic transmissions/torque converter/Lock up/Stalls and Transmission cooler stuff that can cause over engine heating as well if they are bad or not set right.

http://www.offroaders.com/tech/engine-overheating.htm
http://www.aa1car.com/library/overheat.htm

Also you can check the Engine & Drivetrain side of the Forums
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...splay.php?f=24

[RUSHNBOBO]

thats what you run ?........wow, wish I wer smrt lik u !!!! ebay alws has gret qualitie radiaters

[padresag]

have you made it to 13 yet?

[RUSHNBOBO]

Originally Posted by padresag

have you made it to 13 yet?

Hey he's back: Mr. "radiator size doesn't mean squat" couldn't find anything to back that up have you ?.....let me know if you do, can't wait to see it, don't get yur panties all up in a bunch....I'd be embarrassed too if I said something so ignorant