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