I've taken the flex fan route, and supplimental electric fan. Combined
with the "proper" levels of coolant, and oil, it seems to work just
fine.
tiger technologies wrote:
>
> To All:
> I need some advice. My brain has been working overtime trying to solve a
> unique problem with my Tiger. It overheats in stop-and-go traffic. Now isn't
> that a surprise!
>
> Anyway, new engine, new four core radiator, LAT hood (from those neat guys
> at Tiger Tech), Gano water filter, 50/50 mix of antifreeze/water, original
> four bladed fan, new water pump, 180 degree thermostat and 13 lb. radiator
>cap.
>
> On the road, even in normal suburban driving there's no problem. But sit at
> a light or in line to a car show and the sucker starts puking its guts out.
>
> One school of thought is that I need to locate a non-overflow tank style cap
> that is a true 13#. The overflow tank style cap is designed--I am told--to
> relieve pressure into the catch bottle. Well, since I am stock kind of guy,
> that goes against my grain. Another suggestion is to fit a six bladed Ford
> fan. Still another is that the ONLY solution is to mount a thermostatically
> controlled aftermarket fan in front of the radiator.
>
> Any other suggestions out there? I'd love to hear 'em. I'm getting real
> tired of buying antifreeze and carrying two gallons of water around with me
> wherever I take the Tiger.
>
> Thanks to all.
>
> Jeff/Tiger Technologies
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Ken Tisdale Sr. Sales Engineer
Pulsecom 303-403-1968
ktisdale@ix.netcom.com FAX: 303-432-8967
ken.tisdale@pulse.com
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