John my story is almost the same with my 84. I haven't =
replaced the
radiator though. I had a mechanic look at it and he replaced the =
coolant
bottles and the thermostat. He also found gas in the oil, which he =
said
would make it run hot. I can't drive 1 mile before I over heating. =
I
to am thinking of dumping my loved daily driver for a dependable =
VW. Good
luck to you, Jeff