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Core Width : 17.25 in.Core Thickness : 1.25 in.Core Height : 26.38 in.Your Chevrolet C10 radiator plays the vital role of keeping your engine cool while you're driving. If this part of your car malfunctions, there is no way to draw out the extreme heat coming from your engine. This heat will eventually take a toll on your car's mechanical components and cause irreversible damage that will probably cost you a large sum if you have it repaired. Fortunately, there are ways to keep you from suffering all the hassles of an overheated engine. Just follow these simple preventive maintenance tips to keep your Chevrolet C10 radiator performing optimally for a long time:
Routine flushing is one of the most important maintenance habits that you should practice to lengthen the life of your radiator. This keeps dirt and sediment from building up and protects your radiator from possible damage brought by clogged or corroded parts. Although there‘s no definite schedule of when you should have your radiator flushed, most manufacturers recommend that you do this every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Of course, you should also consider your driving habits and the quality of the coolant that you use. Sludgy anti-freeze and above-normal car temperature are also signs that you need to have your radiator flushed.
Your radiator's wellbeing significantly depends on the condition of its coolant or anti-freeze. This is why it's very important that you check on your coolant on a monthly basis. If it goes below the normal level or if it appears to be sludgy, drain your radiator properly and top it off with 50/50 mixture of coolant and water after. Regularly changing your coolant prevents rust and dirt particles from building up and clogging your system.
Radiator problems go beyond sludgy coolants and leaking hoses. There are also other components associated with your radiator that you should inspect from time to time. Watch out for faulty solders, failed thermostats, and damaged water pumps. Replace any broken parts as soon as possible. These parts are essential to your entire cooling system, and if even one of these gets damaged, it will only be a matter of time before your radiator stops working properly.
It's the job of your Chevrolet C10 radiator to keep your vehicle's engine from overheating under any circumstance. It's a very important and quite straightforward role that keeps your entire car running excellently. However, with the harsh operating conditions that your radiator is constantly exposed to, it's bound to have problems over time. To keep your car running coolly and smoothly, keep your guards up for the following problems you're likely to encounter with your Chevrolet C10 radiator:
Anti-freeze leaks
From worn-out hoses to damaged pressure caps—there are a lot of possible culprits behind this problem, and it's important that you find the source immediately to prevent your radiator from overheating. The first thing you need to do is to check under your car for greenish puddles of anti-freeze. It's better that you perform this test after your car has been parked on a spot for quite a while. If you did find puddles of anti-freeze under your car, you should then check the radiator's hoses for any cracks or holes and replace them if necessary. You can also conduct a pressure test to see if a damaged pressure cap is the culprit behind the leak.
Clogged system
When rust and sediment builds up inside your radiator, it impedes the proper flow of the fluid in the system. This results to more irreversible damage not just on your radiator but also on your car's entire engine. Fortunately, diagnosing this problem is quite easy. Simply turn your engine on and allow it to run until it reaches its normal temperature. Feel the pins of your radiator using your hands; the surface should be hot all throughout. If you feel any cold spots, it means that the fluid is not reaching that area because of a blockage. Another way to diagnose this problem is by checking the color of your coolant after your engine has cooled off. A brown coolant is also a tell-tale sign that your radiator is clogged.
Other radiator problems
If your car has been overheating and you've ensured that blockage and leaks are not the source of your problem, check the other components of your radiator for any damage. Inspect your radiator's fins, seams, solders, and fittings for signs of wear and tear. If you see rusted or worn-out components, take your car to a mechanic to have these parts replaced.