The good old radiator
I know this has been discussed to death but here goes. '92 Winnie 454 overheats. I did all the things suggested right up to replacing the radiator i.e. replaced the fan clutch, changed the thermostat,...
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Phils wrote:
When I worked at an auto parts store, we had a similar Chevy with overheating problems. The owner was a very qualified mechanic (and a supervisor of many). He'd tried everything, like you.
I'll keep this short, rather than the two pages I COULD write detailing all the things he tried and the results of each.
Bottom line: when he replaced the fan clutch WITH A FACTORY OEM PART, his overheating problem was fixed. (He'd had at least four new aftermarket fan clutches from different brands).
Phil
I have a 85 Ramcharger I went through this with and replacing with a factory clutch fixed it! Did radiator, belts, pump, thermostat and aftermarket clutch no help. Finally bit the bullet and bought the mega-buck factory unit solved it. Right back to where it ran when brand new, yes I have owned it since dec 84 took delivery with 18 miles on it. :B
