Mark Tuovinen <mst@AK.NET> writes: > Standard operating procedure in cold climates. I can block my > radiator in early October and leave it that way until May. As noted > it serves two purposes, to help the engine run properly and increase > cabin heat. Newer cars are less apt to need this but older vehicles, > especially those with mechanical cooling fans(am I dating myself > here?) benefit. Many vans in my area have the radiators blocked for > winter and heater hoses wrapped with insulation, any trick you can > come up with for those subzero mornings. Here's something I never understood -- if the thermostat is operating properly, when the engine is cold no coolant is flowing to the radiator. So what difference does it make if there's a piece of cardboard over it? Allan -- 1991 Vanagon GL |
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