My '94 TLC with 160,000 miles blew its plastic top after driving about 2 miles, i.e., I don't think it was running hot...? The recently installed dual water pump belts were broken, either before or after the blowout...?
I'm replacing the radiator with an all metal CFR radiator, putting in a new water pump, thermostat, belts and water temp sender.
I'm wondering what caused to lid to blow on the original radiator? Obviously the plastic lid didn't help. Did the busted belts (installed about six months ago); presumably, stopping the water pump cause the problem? I don't want it to happen to the new radiator...any thoughts or similar experiences?
Thanks,
Bob
I'm replacing the radiator with an all metal CFR radiator, putting in a new water pump, thermostat, belts and water temp sender.
I'm wondering what caused to lid to blow on the original radiator? Obviously the plastic lid didn't help. Did the busted belts (installed about six months ago); presumably, stopping the water pump cause the problem? I don't want it to happen to the new radiator...any thoughts or similar experiences?
Thanks,
Bob