Date:         Thu, 8 Sep 2005 08:10:36 EDT
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From:         George Goff <THX0001@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: overheating issues
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In a message dated 9/7/05 12:06:12 PM, johns3539@HOTMAIL.COM writes:

<< Before I go this far, though, does anyone have any ideas on what else to
check or remedy? >>

Was the cooling system working properly before the engine rebuild?  Check for
coolant in the oil (for example, a lot of white foam on the underside of the
oil filler cap) and hydrocarbons in the coolant (dye test).

George

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