94RedSiGal
Senior Member
Originally posted by edunnett@Aug 24 2004, 01:25 AM
I'm thinking part of the equation might be the thermostat and/or temp sensor (the temp sensor is the only not new part in the cooling system now).
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Elissa, I would just go ahead and replace that thermostat. From what I learned in many years of driving my old Civics ('74, '78, '78 and now the '94 w/300K miles), is to change the hoses and thermostats when replacing the radiator. I learned the hard way with the hoses. Also as thermostats age, the sensors get fried and turn at at higher temperatures than originally set for, I heard that on the Click n Clack radio show years ago. And also, why keep opening up your cooling system. Do it all at once and be done with it. It's the same reasoning behind replacing your water pump at the same time as your timing belt. You're in there... so go for it.
Sometimes, if something is dying or just old on my cars, I will replace them ahead of time as money permits. I prefer not to worry and watch the obvious.
Martine