Ok, I just checked it out again and removed the radiator cap while it was cold and cranked it up and let it reach operating temp and never noticed...
It has me bum-fuzzled. I've tried it with the cap off and I'm getting movement of the water. Not good movement, but movement. New thermostat, 160....
The spring from the old hoses were completely rusted to pieces, so re-using them wasn't an option, besides, the hoses haven't collapsed.
Ok, I've replaced the radiator, water pump, and all the hoses. It still wants to overheat. Not right off like the thermostat is stuck or it's low...
I jacked the rear end up and put it in neutral. Turned the tires by hand and the only thing I heard was a slight noise in the gears. like wore out...
I've replaced the axle bearings a while back in my 73 maverick and it eliminated the "grinding" sound and all was well until a few weeks ago. I'm...
How can I tell if I have an 8in or 9in rear end in my 73 maverick 302. I'm pretty sure it's factory original. I'm needing to rebuild the rearend....
Is there a positive sure fire way to clean out the water ports in the heads and block to insure that there is absolutely no blockage? Without...
Actually the vehicle was dormant for about 3 years before I purchased it. The water in the radiator water was rusty. Flushed it out and replaced...
overheating continued I started it up this morning and let it reach 190 degrees. Had the radiator cap off and there was no movement of the water...
The radiator and water pump are new. I drove it yesterday and the temp kept rising. It got up to 230 so I pulled over to let it cool. Here's a...
Yes, I've replaced the radiator, water pump and hoses. Thermostat too. Tried it with and without the thermostat. Flushed out the heads with a hose...
That's a good idea to look into. Never even considered that. I didn't see that option when I purchased it at advance auto.
Ok, I've replaced the water pump, radiator, hoses, flushed out the entire system three times with vinegar and water until it ran clear, replaced...
Well the "tapping" sound finally went away after test driving it after installing an oil pump, carb and new gaskets. Wasn't shifting out of 1st or...
I read online that it runs to a charcoal canister. I do have one that has a vent tube going to the fuel tank. I can just connect it to that...
I ordered a carburetor for my 73 Mav 302 and it came in today. My question is: The carbs not exactly like mine but it will work just fine. On the...
This place is worth it's weight in gold. I've had every question answered and it's all been very helpful. Thanks everyone.
I recently replaced the valve stem guide seals and torqued the rocker arm nuts to specs but have a rocker arm with a slight "tap". The 302 I have...
HV oil pump. I figured I'd go ahead and install an HV oil pump since the cost was just a few bucks more. Everyone I talked to said It wouldn't...
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