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Running Hot Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting Tak201 Anonymous Poster jrstu@bellsouth.net May 15, 2009, 2:20 AM Post #1 of 4 (2971 views) Running Hot Sign In '88 GMC 1500, 350 V-8, 5 spd, 160,000 mls. When I first crank up, veh. passes running temp but continues to the point of running hot. Stays in the red for a couple of minutes then drops to normal; like the therm is not opening. Has a new radiator and I've gone through 3 thermostats thinking that was the problem. way2old Veteran / Moderator May 15, 2009, 2:58 AM Post #2 of 4 (2967 views) Re: Running Hot Sign In Have you verified that it is indeed running too hot, or is it just a sending unit or gauge problem? Being way2old is why I need help from younger minds Guest Anonymous Poster May 15, 2009, 4:12 AM Post #3 of 4 (2965 views) Re: Running Hot Sign In I wondered about a bad sensor. It has never reached the point of "boiling over", but when it gets in the red I can detect the odor of anit-freeze which has led me to believe that it is in fact over heating. Loren Champlain Sr Veteran / Moderator May 15, 2009, 5:20 PM Post #4 of 4 (2957 views) Re: Running Hot Sign In How does the engine temp do when you are driving? Does it run hot, then? This has a temp. controlled clutch fan that will 'freewheel' when cool, but should 'lock up' once engine temp is reached. The symptoms smack of a sticky thermostat, but three? A long shot, but could be an impeller problem, but would be getting hot all of the time, not just in the transfer from cold to warm. Loren SW Washington   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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