Re: 1950 Packard 288 Auto overheating HELP

Posted by otgdy On 2010/1/26 13:34:47

Hi, Thanks for the quick feedback. The radiator looks brand new no dust or collection in the fins. Had a radiator guy check the internals and he said everything was fine no clogged tubes etc.. Thought about bending the fan blades but there isn't any room before it hits the generator. I put a meat thermometer into the top of the radiator and it was well over 200 degrees. The engine compartment was very hot when I lifted the hood. I wouldn't be surprised if it was 250 degrees in there. I am going to get a mechanical temp gage as suggested. Better safe than sorry. Anyone know about mounting a trans temp gage on this ultramatic ?
I purchased a ultraviolet temp sensor that I haven't tried yet. Maybe it will shed some light on the problem.

One other thing. I have the trans cooler after the radiator and someone suggested putting it before so it cools before heating the radiator. Anyone plumb it this way ?

If you have any other ideas please let me know and I'll keep you posted on what the uv says. Thanks