Thanks for the info Jerry.
Jerry beat me too it!
I put most of the good parts (and links to them) in this thread:
Jeep Wrangler TJ Cooling System Overhaul FAQ
Thanks for the info Jerry.
NoAre you having any issues with your cooling system? Do you hear it gurgle when you shut it off hot? Are you losing coolant without leaking?
You can still have a bad radiator cap without leakage. When the cap's spring has gotten too weak to hold the pressure it will release coolant prematurely into the coolant reservoir.
I’m losing coolant. Bout a gallon a day. My Jeep don’t have the reservoir for it But I don’t see no leakage. Maybe lil outta the overflow tube Any suggestions?Are you having any issues with your cooling system? Do you hear it gurgle when you shut it off hot? Are you losing coolant without leaking?
Seeing no leakage under the Jeep and losing that much coolant makes me think blown head gasket which sends the coolant out the exhaust whenever the engine is running. Use a 'sniffer' strip in the top of your radiator to sniff/detect exhaust gases which will pretty much confirm it.I’m losing coolant. Bout a gallon a day. My Jeep don’t have the reservoir for it But I don’t see no leakage. Maybe lil outta the overflow tube Any suggestions?
Hey Chris - was reading that recommended the Stant but I found
I personally would not have an issue using a Gates cap.Hey Chris - was reading that recommended the Stant but I found
Gates 31525. For 5 bucks. Gates is good quality as well?
I get a discount at the dealership,from being in the auto business and when I did my system all o/e,it HURT to buy the cap,my cost was 28 bucks geez!I personally would not have an issue using a Gates cap.
Most dealers gouge customers every chance they get, especially in the parts and service departments that provide, literally, most of the income and profit for a dealership. I don't buy parts from dealers very often due to their costs but sometimes they're the only game in town when you need a Mopar part NOW. But for a radiator cap? I'd have gone straight to NAPA.I get a discount at the dealership,from being in the auto business and when I did my system all o/e,it HURT to buy the cap,my cost was 28 bucks geez!
Ya my cost on the water pump kit was 126.00,oh wellMost dealers gouge customers every chance they get, especially in the parts and service departments that provide, literally, most of the income and profit for a dealership. I don't buy parts from dealers very often due to their costs but sometimes they're the only game in town when you need a Mopar part NOW. But for a radiator cap? I'd have gone straight to NAPA.
That's actually not bad for a Mopar in today's market!Ya my cost on the water pump kit was 126.00,oh well
Hey,I got my Dana 44 in and was adjusting the brake and was surprised to see that the tires are spinning opposite on my Detroit Lsd .I just about crapped myself,lol.I saw your very old post and felt betterThat's actually not bad for a Mopar in today's market!
Hey,I got my Dana 44 in and was adjusting the brake and was surprised to see that the tires are spinning opposite on my Detroit Lsd .I just about crapped myself,lol.I saw your very old post and felt better
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@Jerry Bransford,You’re an old forum legendHey,I got my Dana 44 in and was adjusting the brake and was surprised to see that the tires are spinning opposite on my Detroit Lsd .I just about crapped myself,lol.I saw your very old post and felt better
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I'd do a chemical flush first if you can. Thermocure or Prestone or both before you dive into parts. Get the thermostat and housing gasket so the job is easier. Spring clamps are a great idea along with new hoses after you get the system cleaned out. I'd forget all that other stuff unless you have problems after the flush.In gearing up for my cooling system overhaul
I'd do a chemical flush first if you can. Thermocure or Prestone or both before you dive into parts. Get the thermostat and housing gasket so the job is easier. Spring clamps are a great idea along with new hoses after you get the system cleaned out. I'd forget all that other stuff unless you have problems after the flush.
Sounds like you're on the right track. Thanks for the info about RMI-25.But I’ll be doing a strong flush before I take it all apart and replace it all …