i mean the guy knew right off the bat that it was b/c of a radiator clog, so he told me and my friend over the phone to take the thermostat out, so after we did, we took it for a drive, the temp rose a little above the halfway point, and stayed there, it didnt go any higher and we got no steaming, no leaks or anything, so he was right about taking it out b/c it obviously solved my problem.. thats what ive been trying to clarify this whole time... thanks saleen for understanding tho.. i appreciate