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Phil Gillespie · 05-20-2015, 04:13 AM

The blockage of the radiator can cause coolant loss. i experienced this on 34 coupe.
Removed radiator, top tank off. was 40% blocked. Rodded out and cleared.
Back in use with thermosats and works well with stock water pumps and fan as mounted on generator. No overheating. Stick with stock set up and ensure your radiator is not blocked. These systems when clean and free flowing don not require additional electric fans normally, especially here in NZ. i went over Arthurs Pass to West Coast and back and nil cooling loss or overheating using a non pressurised cap.
Once system finds its own level allowing for expansion all should be good.
Best of luck.
Phil NZ

05-20-2015, 04:13 AM	#34
Phil Gillespie Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Christchurch New Zealand Posts: 1,640	Re: newbee - 36 Pickup radiator mod question The blockage of the radiator can cause coolant loss. i experienced this on 34 coupe. Removed radiator, top tank off. was 40% blocked. Rodded out and cleared. Back in use with thermosats and works well with stock water pumps and fan as mounted on generator. No overheating. Stick with stock set up and ensure your radiator is not blocked. These systems when clean and free flowing don not require additional electric fans normally, especially here in NZ. i went over Arthurs Pass to West Coast and back and nil cooling loss or overheating using a non pressurised cap. Once system finds its own level allowing for expansion all should be good. Best of luck. Phil NZ