Re: My Oldsmobile is overheating

On 26 Sep 2005 14:13:45 -0700, "Jewish Cowboy" <btestware@xxxxxxxxx>
wrote:

>Last summer I let the oil get low and the engine overheated on my 83
>Olds. I topped up the coolant and made it home no problem (300 miles).
>Now, however, if I take the car out for 15 minutes, the MOMENT I turn
>off the engine the coolant overflow reservoir starts boiling like
>Niagara Falls. Not until I turn off the engine...I can leave it idling
>in the driveway and the reservoir is perfectly calm. The INSTANT I turn
>off the engine it starts boiling like crazy, making a sound like a jet
>engine.
>
>Would anyone care to offer me a diagnosis or a suggestion?
>
>Marty from Winnipeg

Start by replacing the radiator cap and making sure you have a 50/50
mix of antifreeze and water.

Steve B.
.

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