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Date:         Sat, 7 Sep 1996 01:18:09 -0400
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         DHaynes57@aol.com
Subject:      Re: Different Vanagon Radiator ???

In a message dated 96-09-04 23:58:13 EDT, raven@halcyon.com (Mark McCulley) writes:

<< I was under the impression you had to raise the front of the Vanagon to bleed the system. You don't do this even when changing the coolant? >> I have found it to be unnecasary. Rev the engine to 2500 rpm with the t-stat bypass open and the bleeder open. Having a second person to close the front bleeder when the air is purged. While the system is purging, keep the engine reved and add coolant to the bottle as the level goes down. When the air is purged, close the front bleeder, than install the pressure cap, ( top off level first), and then let the engine idle. It is important to do this with the engine cold as expanding coolant will make this difficult. Have both heater valves open so the heater cores also get purged. Test cooloing system and fan operation before driving van. You should be all set.

Dennis H


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