Boy, this line brings back memories.
A few years ago my temperature gauge stopped working at all. (235, 55 2nd) I
tried a few things but could not quickly fix it. Since it was my only way
back & forth to work, I just kept driving.
One day, I smelled that "hot radiator" fluid smell. (My old firewall grommets
let a wee bit of engine air get through.) I stopped and sure enough, a hose
was leaking and the water was nearly gone.
I walked to the nearest house and got a gallon of water. Filled it up and
drove to NAPA.
This lasted a couple of years, until the smell came back. Discovered the
radiator tank was leaking in the middle. Radiator shop said wasn't worth it
to repair. So, I just run it with the cap loose, first notch only. I'm
ashamed to admit that this has been going on for 6 years now.
Just shows you how tough these ole trucks really are!
Sonny
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