overheating 240+
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Car: '88 Camaro
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overheating 240+
My car is overheating 240+, the radiator is full, no leaks, kind of a anti freeze rich mixture. How can i get the temp down? I live in philly and its like 90 so that helps, but i get this problem often.
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Car: '90 Formula 350
Engine: 383 SBC
Transmission: ProBuilt S/S 700-R4 & ACT 9" Stall
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When does the car overheat? Idling, low speeds, or high speeds
Have you visually checked to make sure your Air Dam is in place? If there isn't a plastic flap under the radiator at highway speeds the car will slowly overheat. Since these cars have limited or no (firebirds) grille area most of the air is deflected into the radiator area by the air dam.
You might also want to check to make sure your fans are kicking in if they're electric.
Might also what to take the time and check the thermostat maybe it failed in the closed position.
Have you visually checked to make sure your Air Dam is in place? If there isn't a plastic flap under the radiator at highway speeds the car will slowly overheat. Since these cars have limited or no (firebirds) grille area most of the air is deflected into the radiator area by the air dam.
You might also want to check to make sure your fans are kicking in if they're electric.
Might also what to take the time and check the thermostat maybe it failed in the closed position.
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