patrick1386

Hello,

I'm new to the forums. Just bought an 03 cobra a few months back. Overheated about a week ago. A few buddies looked at it and said it was the thermostat. The coolant was coming out of the radiator cap because thermostat was stuck open, so the only place for the coolant to go was in reverse. This is their claim. Any other suggestions? I found where the thermostat is located and haven't started taking it apart yet. Any recomendations on a certain temp or brand of thermostat?

Thanks in Advance

Patrick

1stTimeSvtOwner

Buy a new radiator cap I just had the same thing happen to me

1stTimeSvtOwner

I alchanged my thermo out for a new one too it cost me like 140 installed but the cap was 4.99 at advanced auto also check the overflow tank for cracks too

Timspony

Just get a OEM Ford thermostat and cap....GL

Timspony

Also, you need to refill the antifreeze through the cross-over tube (high point in the system) and NOT the overflow tank .... you'll have air pockets otherwise, and overheat again!