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overheating issue, but why?

Old 02-09-2008, 05:55 PM
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actually the waterpump pulley does get replaced... i believe the water pump pulley is larger. the crank pulley is smaller. small to big means it spins the pump slower.
How would i be able to tell if the fan clutch is shot? just let the car heat up and open to hood to see if the fan is spinning?
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Old 02-09-2008, 06:05 PM
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well that showed me! haha You actually cannot tell unless you replace it.
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Old 02-09-2008, 06:16 PM
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yeah... it's a pain to install! haha. i actually had the radiator out when i did it and it was still a pain.
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Old 02-09-2008, 07:14 PM
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the fan is easyto replace 5 bolts and its out and you just slide it out with the fan cowl
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Old 02-09-2008, 08:35 PM
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does your fan draw enough airflow over the radiator at idle?
if not , get an electric or aftermarket
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Old 02-10-2008, 12:59 AM
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if you want to donate one i'll install it... but i don't have money for an electric fan now.
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