Re: therm-sifon cooling system

Posted by Janicholson on October 11, 2006 at 13:53:14 from (199.17.6.122):

In Reply to: therm-sifon cooling system posted by dennis repaal on October 11, 2006 at 13:40:32:

Running that warm is not a problem if it is working hard. If it is boiling the coolant it is a problem. To be sure of what you have, use a known good thermometer in the coolant (through the rad cap, into the coolant) as it warms up.
It is necessary to run antifreeze in the coolant. Replaced every two years. The rust inhibitorsa and other ingredients are needed. The presence of flakes of rust and sludge in the bottom of the block can contribute to the higher temp. Flushing the system with a brand name flushing agent, and back flushing the block through the drain plug will help. Follow the recommendations on the container. If the gauge is not indicating correctly, new reproduction gauges are available. If the gauge is in the middle of the run area, I believe it should be at about 180 degrees F. Hoses can have breaks on the interior of the hose causing restriction.

Generally the thermosiphon systems are remarkably trouble free when kept clean. Good luck, let us know what happens, Jimn

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