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Radiators
A radiator is a heating device that consists of a series of pipes where steam or fluid circulates. There are different types of radiators, namely hot water, steam, fan-assisted, under-floor heating, and electric baseboard.
2,371 Questions
How much does the labor cost to replace a radiator?
I had my radiator replaced for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. Labor was anywhere from 1.5 to 3 hrs depending on where you go. 60 - 100$/ hour - also depending on where you go. I paid $65X3 = $195 The new radiator was about $175 at parts store. With parts/ labor/ accessories/ taxes it was $433
What temperature does water boil in a car radiator?
A 50/50 mixture of water and ethylene glycol antifreeze in the cooling system will boil at 225 degrees if the cap is open. But as long as the system is sealed and holds pressure, a radiator cap rated at 15 psi will increase the boiling temperature of a 50/50 coolant blend up to 265 degrees. If the concentration of antifreeze to water is upped to 70/30 (the maximum recommended), the boiling temperature under 15 psi of pressure goes up to 276 degrees.
The radiator fan motor is electric. The fan motor fuse may be blown. The fan motor may need to be changed. The engine should not be operated when it is running hot.
Make sure that the fuse and sensor for the cooling fan are working. If these are ok then look at the fan motor, it could be bad.
How much does it cost to replace the radiator on a 1997 Saturn stationwagon?
A 1997 sadder and station wagon radiator is $900. The radiator cost approximately $700. The labor to install the radiator will be approximately $200.
I Changed the thermostat and it's still overheating water not flowing?
if it's like my V8 Porsche 914, i had air pockets in the cooling system at the water pump. when air is at the water pump there is nothing to push water. Therefore overheating.
Other things to check is water pump and radiator.
How can you clean out corrosion from the radiator core?
The radiator can be flushed with water running continuously. This will flush out any loose particles. The only way to completely clean the radiator is to have is professionally cleaned in a chemical bath.
YOU PROBABLY HAVE A BAD OR CLOGGED HEATER CORE IN THE VEHICLE. DEPOSITS AND SEDIMENTS CAN FIND THERE WAY INTO THE HEATER CORE (NORMALLY LOCATED INSIDE THE DASH ASSEMBLY). NORMALLY A FLUSH OF THE CORE WILL HELP YOU OUT, IF NOT, A NEW CORE WILL BE NEEDED.
The core was really clogged, but under pressure it blew out, flushed the engine. Lower hose to the heater core coming from the engine is very hot, while lower radiator hose is almost even cold, what do you think?
Is there a repair kit to mend a plastic radiator nipple that the upper radiator hose fits on?
No. Over the years, being a mechanic, I've tried every imaginable attempt at repairing the plastic and nothing has held. REPLACE THE RADIATOR. Usually radiator shops have the best prices.
What is the best thing to do about stripped bolts?
BEG a mechanic to repair it for you. He will charge you by the hour to fix the problem.
Normal temperature for a 1985 Chevy truck?
Normally the temperature is about 10 degrees hotter than your themastat opening temp. If you dont have a themastat, and depending on driving conditions, it will be somewhere between 180 and 230 degrees, because water boiles at 232 under 14lbs pressure ( radiatior cap pressure). So it can't get much hotter that that without boiling over and over heating.
Can you use coil cleaner on a radiator?
You really shouldn't use coil cleaner on a radiator. Unless the cleaner specifically says that this is one use you should use the proper cleaner.
How many gallons of antifreeze does a 98 Chevrolet 3500 hold?
A 98 Chevrolet 3500 truck holds 3 gallons of antifreeze. Much of the coolant is stored in the block which is difficult to completely drain when servicing.
Why has radiator started pissing out steam when it was idling on a cold morning?
thermostat stuck in the closed position, or blown head gasket, to check remove the raditor cap when the engine is cold and then start the engine if you see large bubbles coming out of the raditor the head gasket is bad
Where is the coolant drain plug on the engine block for an 02 Tacoma Prerunner?
The 2002 Tacoma engine block will have two coolant drain plugs on each side of the block. The coolant drain plugs will be near the front and the rear of the engine block.
No radiator cap once you drain the radiator how do you flush the cooling system?
If you do not have a radiator cap once you drain the radiator, you can use several options to flush the cooling system. You can easily do this by filling up the system with as much water as you can and then warm it up.Ê
Car radiator is shaking little bit its new car is it normal?
A radiator has rubber mounts that hold it in place. There should be no shaking from the radiator unless one of these mounts is defective or the bolt that holds it on is loose.
Is there any reason for a new radiator to leak other than faulty build?
possible sharp instrument stab from shipping past.
Low coolant? Radiator plugged or restricted? Cooling fan not working? Water pump not circulating coolant? Thermostat not opening? Cooling system airbound?
Why does your radiator leak only when the car is on?
When vehicle is running: Water pump is circulating coolant and cooling system pressure is building
How hot should a 2000 Chevy 1 ton dually 454 run?
The temperature gage in a 2000 Chevrolet 1 ton with a 454 should stay about in the middle of the temperature variation. It will probably run slightly hotter when towing.
What would cause the engine to overheat only sometimes 2006 suburban 5.3L?
When a vehicle randomly overheats, it is likely that the coolant level is low. Check the and fill the level to proper amount.
