Re: 1934 1104 running hot
Posted by Tom Laferriere On 2010/5/3 18:08:41
OK, I removed the radiator on this car after taking a 60 mile run in 70 degrees. It ran at 185 over the road and would climb 195 sitting at a light. This was same as last year.
It wasn't so bad, but the engine hoist made it simple. I separated the shell and shutters and removed the shutter thermostat to reveal MANY completely plugged tubes. If I was to guess, I would say 30%+ plugged from what I could see. I will see more once the tanks are off.
I am going to re-core it with original material, total cost to me $1070. This will probably be the best investment in this car. I want to use it without worry of boiling.
I will keep this thread updated.
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It wasn't so bad, but the engine hoist made it simple. I separated the shell and shutters and removed the shutter thermostat to reveal MANY completely plugged tubes. If I was to guess, I would say 30%+ plugged from what I could see. I will see more once the tanks are off.
I am going to re-core it with original material, total cost to me $1070. This will probably be the best investment in this car. I want to use it without worry of boiling.
I will keep this thread updated.
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