Do you have to change thermostat when changing radiator?
The thermostat can, and should, be replaced when performing other cooling system service work, such as replacing the water pump or radiator hoses, or flushing the coolant.
Will removing the thermostat prevent overheating?
TOM: Yes, Lee, removing the thermostat does make the car run cooler. But you should never, ever do it. When the engine is too cool, the thermostat closes and stops the coolant from flowing through the radiator, so the engine heats back up.
What happens if you run an engine without a thermostat?
If you drive your car without a thermostat, it will run at 50 degree centigrade. When the car drives at this temperature, moisture or humidity will form. And when it is condensed, it will mix with oil and turn into slush (watery ice). This slush blocks out lubrication.
Why is my car overheating after replacing the radiator?
Overheating. Just replaced radiator and thermostat, but still hasn’t fixed the problem. My car overheated the other day, and it was leaking coolant horribly. I got a new radiator, which stopped the leaking, but the car was still overheating so then we tried replacing the thermostat but it is overheating even now.
How to test a new radiator before installation?
To test a new thermostat before installation or an old one that is suspect put it on top of your stove in a pot of water. Turn on the heat and note the temp of the water with a candy thermometer when the thermostat pops open. stat starts to open at stamped temperature and be fully open in another 10°F.
Is the radiator on my Camaro overheating?
My 383 is overheating with a new aluminum radiator. Help! | Team Camaro Tech My 383 is overheating with a new aluminum radiator. Help! My 3 core stock radiator did a fantastic job cooling my 383 stroker motor.
Is the radiator on my 383 overheating?
My 3 core stock radiator did a fantastic job cooling my 383 stroker motor. Never had any issues as ran well under 200 degrees no matter how hot it is outside. But it started leaking. Rather than fix the old one i thought I was doing a good thing by replacing it with a new 3 core aluminum radiator with electric fans.