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fongo · 04-13-2007, 09:47 AM

OK. Here it goes: I put a new alternator (95AMP), new water pump, and flushed out the radiator (Motorsport 3 core) and replaced the hoses. During this, I also cleaned the fan and its clutch with degreaser. Put everything back on and started the car. After about 10-15 min, the temp gauge starts rising (also replaced it a few months ago, brand new!). I checked all hose connections and bolts to make sure everything was tight.
Can someone tell me what's happening? I thought by flushing the radiator (with a garden hose) and replacing it with fresh coolant and air spots removing liquid I'd be fine...
need advisek, thanks!!!
fongo

04-13-2007, 09:47 AM	#1
fongo Registered Member Join Date: Jan 1999 Location: Farmingdale, NY Posts: 139	overheated 93 stang OK. Here it goes: I put a new alternator (95AMP), new water pump, and flushed out the radiator (Motorsport 3 core) and replaced the hoses. During this, I also cleaned the fan and its clutch with degreaser. Put everything back on and started the car. After about 10-15 min, the temp gauge starts rising (also replaced it a few months ago, brand new!). I checked all hose connections and bolts to make sure everything was tight. Can someone tell me what's happening? I thought by flushing the radiator (with a garden hose) and replacing it with fresh coolant and air spots removing liquid I'd be fine... need advisek, thanks!!! fongo __________________ 1993 GT, MAC Fenderwell Cold Air Induction; Accel dist.,Splitfire plugs, BBK: 1 5/8 unequal length shorties, hi flow H-pipe w/ cats; Flowmasters 2 chamber American Thunder catback system, Motorsports 3-core radiator, 180º thermostat, BBK adj. clutch quad...the rest is bone stock!..but more mods to come!!