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fourspeedwagon · 06-13-2021, 10:35 PM

Thanks Paul- I will update the posting once I get it solved. I have a message in to the shop that rebuilt the radiator as well as a new pump and hose awaiting my next day off from work. Also, a mild acid to flush the block with.
It’s definitely overheating not just overfilled. Temp gauge pegs, it runs on after shutting off and any water that hits the intake or water pump will sizzle violently and boil away. She’s hot.
It’ll be Wednesday night or Thursday before I can work on it again.
Thanks for your suggestions— Greg

06-13-2021, 10:35 PM	#13
fourspeedwagon Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Yakima Valley, Washington Posts: 575	Re: Please help me diagnose an overheating 283 Thanks Paul- I will update the posting once I get it solved. I have a message in to the shop that rebuilt the radiator as well as a new pump and hose awaiting my next day off from work. Also, a mild acid to flush the block with. It’s definitely overheating not just overfilled. Temp gauge pegs, it runs on after shutting off and any water that hits the intake or water pump will sizzle violently and boil away. She’s hot. It’ll be Wednesday night or Thursday before I can work on it again. Thanks for your suggestions— Greg __________________ 1951 GMC 250 Open Express Pickup 1968 Suburban C10 1971 C20 Olive “People are shocked when they find out I’m not a good electrician” Dad told me “Son, never strike a man in anger- unless you’re certain you can get away with it”