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dadiesel5

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i did a h/c/i swap on my car and ever since then my car has been getting hot and i put a new t-stat, water pump, and still getting hot. can the stock radiator handle my mods or do i need a new one if so what kind do i need and where to get it i also need it to be cheap.
 

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new cap? I got a 3 row from the boneyard out of a MK7. Had it rodded and it has worked great in my 82 Capri with it't modded engine and stock fan.
 
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so you think i should try a new radiator cap first.
 

HISSIN50

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What is 'getting hot'? If you have an aftermarket gauge, let us know what temps you see.
If you dont have a real gauge, get one before inferring anything (except the most obvious) about coolant temps.

You will need to let us know if it runs hot at speed, at idle, both, etc. Post up what the actual temps are in those conditions.

Good luck.
 

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HCI... maybe you did the same as a billion Ford guys be for you!! Did you know the HEAD Gaskets only go on one way?? The water flow will be stopped if the headgaskets are on wrong!! IF the gasket is on right.. there will be a square edge sticking out on the front of both heads.. and feel like nothing on the back side!! as it is curved and fits the head/block profile!! Have a Butchers!!

Just me.........................................

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