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Old 04-11-2003, 06:11 PM
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Is it a must have? When i had my engine replaced they put a thermostate housing that didnt have the nipple for the overflow tank. I've been driving the car for about 2 weeks now without problem.





Do i have to have an overflow tank? What's the use. I mean. i've driven in heavy traffic and at 120 Mph without overheating problems. Thanks for the input.
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Old 04-11-2003, 07:31 PM
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Keeps your coolant oring intact. TOO much pressure buildup because coolant tends to grow, it has to go some where. You'll have major trouble, orings will collapse and/or stock plastic radiator will explode.



Even thought, rasing the pressure raises your boiling point. is not good to have too much pressure.



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Old 04-11-2003, 07:38 PM
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humm.. so i guess i need to get ahold of that mechanic and have him put the nipple and overflor tank back on huh.
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Old 04-11-2003, 07:50 PM
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Gotta get that base with the nipple and tank.



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