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low99dakota
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3/09/2002
06:27:55

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I finally figured out the "Check Gages" problem. It only happens when I am sitting still for a long period in gear (drive up ATM). My coolant temp rises until it gets into the red. As soon as I start driving, the light goes off and the temp goes right back down to normal. Is this a bad t-stat? sensor? fan? I am putting in an electric fan and 180 degree t-stat in the spring. Just wondering if anyone has any ideas? Thanks.



IntenseDak39
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3/09/2002
08:41:54

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since your temp goes down when you move it sounds like a fan problem... if the t-stat was left open you would always be cool... you would get a check engine light for not warming up fast enough...well now if it was stuck shut it would over heat no matter how fast you move.

intense

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low99dakota
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3/09/2002
08:53:23

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thanks intense. BTW, check's in the mail! you think the electric fan is worththe $$??



IntenseDak39
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3/09/2002
09:29:35

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i am working on one... just don't have the 1 7/8 wrench to do the job... and i don't want to buy one for only one job! d@mn

intense

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3/09/2002
11:38:13

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1 7/16" wrench is what you need. Definitely worth it IMO.

2001 RC 4.7 5sp 9.25" 3.92 LSD
Ported 68mm TB, IAT adjuster, 3" flowmaster cat back, TPS @ .76V, 4" cold air, Roadmaster active suspention, Removed Third cat, Electric fan Convertion, HO cams.
Working on adjustable fuel pressure with return.

IntenseDak39
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3/09/2002
18:36:58

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1 7/16....1 7/8.... same thing!

it's just the local parts store wants like $15 to use a tool once... i am waiting for my dad to buy one he he he

intense

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CW
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3/09/2002
21:21:38

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good idea. Not a option for me, my dad lives 9 hours away.

2001 RC 4.7 5sp 9.25" 3.92 LSD
Ported 68mm TB, IAT adjuster, 3" flowmaster cat back, TPS @ .76V, 4" cold air, Roadmaster active suspention, Removed Third cat, Electric fan Convertion, HO cams.
Working on adjustable fuel pressure with return.

rotax
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3/10/2002
00:38:37

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Hey intense just go buy a 12" adjustable wrench , worked for me and you can use it for alot of other things. I have a set 4 6 8 10 and 12 from craftman. except the 4 thats a klein i carry in my back pocket , i call them my metricamerican wrenches or fitsall.
Your Pal Al

01 V6 QC 4x4 ARE cap,Herculiner,Homebrew K&N,Dynamax 17748,Gut third cat,removed clutch fan flexalite Adj.therm. 180 T stat. autolite 3923s, Taylor 8mm wires

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3/10/2002
02:41:04

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SAME THING???????? heck it is as there is 7/16 difference



low99dakota
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3/10/2002
07:21:41

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intense~~~~
please email me your address again. i deleted the email. jfurbay@marksonrosenthal.com, blondkraze@ netzero.net. thanks.
justin



IntenseDak39
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3/10/2002
11:03:52

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A 12 INCH ADJUSTABLE WRENCH?... what, do you think i am made of money? ;) i probably should because i found four 10" wrenches at my dad's house and they don't open up enough.

rotax - i like the spay-on on the rocker panels! i saw a dak with that done down in South Padre Island Texas last September (was it you?j/k).


low99dakota...will do!

intensedak39

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rotax
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3/10/2002
19:57:09

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No , I just got my dak in january and have never been to Texas. I used the herculiner bedliner and i put it on with a roller and brush , came out real nice. Buy a craftsman wrench , replaced for life, and they open up a little more.
Your Pal Al

01 V6 QC 4x4 ARE cap,Herculiner,Homebrew K&N,Dynamax 17748,Gut third cat,removed clutch fan flexalite Adj.therm. 180 T stat. autolite 3923s, Taylor 8mm wires

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