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  1. Curtisje

    CUCV Coolant Issue

    That is odd. I think replacing the overflow hose is a good and inexpensive attempt. My only concern is that you may have a weak spot that allows air in the system while it cools down. Recheck all your hoses and connections. If anything is showing signs of dry rot or fatigue then replace it...
  2. Curtisje

    CUCV Coolant Issue

    If the cooling system is working properly the coolant level in the radiator will be at the neck/cap when you check it in the morning. If it's not he has a prblem. I didn't say he had a blown head gasket, I just advised him to fill the radiator to the top and continue to look for the real...
  3. Curtisje

    CUCV Coolant Issue

    Brother you have a problem but underfilling your radiator will only cause more problems. An air pocket in the head may cause a cracked head. If your radiator isn't pulling coolant from the overflow tank while it cools down after driving then it is pulling air in from somewhere else. That...
  4. Curtisje

    CUCV Coolant Issue

    You shouldn't see fins in the radiator. When you remove the cap to check the radiator the water level should be up to the cap. Then your overflow tank should be filled to the FULL COLD mark. You've got something going on but don't underfill the radiator as an attempt to correct this. Good luck.
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