My engine is pinging due to heat. My radiator hadn't been getting hot
though but now is. I noticed water leaking under the radiator slowly and
put stop leak in which stopped the leak; however my radiator and engine is
still getting hot. I appreciate any available advice.
Thanks,
CoreyMDean
JR - 08 Oct 2004 20:02 GMT
Corey,
There are lots of reasons an engine would overheat. Here are some:
Stuck thermostat
Bad radiator cap
Leaking coolant
Clogged radiator passages
Leaking head gasket
Lean fuel/air mixture
Blocked airflow to/from radiator
Worn out fan clutch
Low oil level
If you know you have a coolant leak, I'd start there. Find it and fix
it. This may be difficult, now that you've put in "stop leak".
Jack
> My engine is pinging due to heat. My radiator hadn't been getting hot
> though but now is. I noticed water leaking under the radiator slowly and
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> Thanks,
> CoreyMDean
anarchy - 10 Oct 2004 14:44 GMT
water pump and/or loose belt?
Anarchy
got an 88 Isuzu Pup, meself
> My engine is pinging due to heat. My radiator hadn't been getting hot
> though but now is. I noticed water leaking under the radiator slowly and
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> Thanks,
> CoreyMDean