ARTEMIS1759
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This is for my Dad who is a volunteer Fire Fighter. They got an '89 Chevy 3500 454 5 speed. Owned since new. Not sure when it started but for sure last 10 years. Stuff I suggested and done to it. It is TBI. New engine, thermostat and CORRECT water pump. Aluminum Radiator, new hoses. Not sure on heater core. Problem is, is everytime they take it out it overheats. Brush setup on back. I was thinking maybe adding electric radiator fans and cooler thermostat. But, they were told you cannot get a cooler thermostat? Climate is in South Dakota so some hot days usually though 70-80 during the summer and cold winters. Plains type terrain, gravel and paved roads. Correct coolant mix also. I suggested mold sand in the passages, but on both engines? Throw me some ideas y'all...
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