Thanks Jim! I will volunteer to be 2nd. Keep the list informed on the
progress.
Mark Fasano
#385
-----Original Message-----
From: Jim Kelliher [mailto:ginjim@mindspring.com]
Sent: Friday, August 27, 1999 12:20 PM
To: Mark Fasano
Cc: bricklin@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: 74 overheating problems
I tt Terry T 2 weeks ago and he informed me he is developing a new air
scoop/dam
to help reduce under hood & cabin temperatures. The prototype produced
significant results. I offered to be his first customer!
Keep your ears open for future info.
Jim
1191
Mark Fasano wrote:
> Steve,
> What kind of Air Scoop did you put on??
>
> Thank you,
> Mark Fasano
> #385
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-bricklin@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-bricklin@autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of Stephen Cramer
> Sent: Friday, August 27, 1999 11:01 AM
> To: bricklin@autox.team.net
> Subject: 74 overheating problems
>
> Here in Southern California we deal with 'stop and no go' traffic and
> high ambiant temps all of the time. This is the reason my 74 became a
> pleasure driver and not a commuter--although I still drive it almost
> daily, it's more for show and pleasure than utility.
>
> Overheating IS a problem with the car in spite of the engine
> configuration. Chasing the heat problem on mine is something I have
> done since the beginning. The first thing was air scoop repair to
> improve the airflow--then thermostat change-165°F if I remember
> correctly--and a water pump change. I was the second owner and although
> the car was well maintained, water pumps can wear, corrode and rust. I
> could see good flow through the radiator but wanted to maximize it.
>
> I am a heat freak, though, and was not satisfied with the results. I
> wrapped the exhaust manifolds with insulation to lower the engine
> compartment temperature--as well as the fuel tank, which was picking up
> heat from the exhaust system. Wrapping the tank was very successful in
> lowering the fuel temperature.
>
> I pulled the cowl and fan and replaced it with twin electrics. I don't
> recommend it. I ended up putting the fan and cowl back on and moving
> the two electric fans--thermostatically controlled to come on at
> 195°F--to the front of the radiator to serve as assists. This was very
> effective as well in slow traffic.
>
> I finally added an engine oil cooler to increase the cooling capacity
> further. These are easy-to-install kits that can be picked up just
> about anywhere and it was the frosting on my little piece of cake.
>
> The result is that the car never runs above 220°F even this last week
> when the temps locally were 100°F+. I have a 4 speed in my '74 so I
> don't have to worry about the heat from that source. Running the AC is
> an absolute must in this area.
>
> So...I guess the answer is, yes, heat in the "74's can be a problem.
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