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Re: [VAL] Airstream Motorhome Problem



You were right once again, Eddie. They re-cored the radiator, and now 
the temp gauge sits right in the middle! There is ALWAYS an answer, we 
just need to find it!

Best regards,

Rik

> Rik,
>
> The radiator should have it's intake (top) tank removed and checked 
> for tube blockage build up. It should not cost more than $80 to $135 
> to have the radiator top tank removed, core cleaned, tank reinstalled, 
> and the radiator leak checked and painted.
>
> The four most common causes of overheat are clogged radiators, 
> stuck-open thermostats, bad fans and wrong timing. Seldom if ever does 
> a water pump fail to pump or cavitate. Once overheated, the thermostat 
> is always ruined and must be replaced.
>  
> -Eddie- Houston TX