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04 LGT overheating
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Thu Mar 03, 2016 10:25 pmby T_double_U
Okay i just got home from work and as i was pulling into my apartment complex i look down to see my temp gauge is sky high.. That explains the lack of power on the drive home then. I popped the bonnet to hear a hissing noise and steam coming from the top radiator hose area.
Is my radiator busted or have i done a head gasket?
Re: 04 LGT overheating
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Thu Mar 03, 2016 10:28 pmby HardwareBoB
Yes.
Re: 04 LGT overheating
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Thu Mar 03, 2016 10:52 pmby norbs
Crap mate. Could be anything really. Get tne cooling system checked and hopefully HGs are ok. Alloy heads can warp due to overheating. Good luck.
Re: 04 LGT overheating
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Thu Mar 03, 2016 11:19 pmby KiDo_Tuning
Radiators are notorious for splitting. Replace radiator, fingers crossed the lack of pressure has not cause HG issues long term
Re: 04 LGT overheating
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Thu Mar 03, 2016 11:55 pmby T_double_U
Thanks guys,
I'll call a radiator repair place tomorrow. Uber it'll be for a few days it seems..
Re: 04 LGT overheating
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Fri Mar 04, 2016 9:49 pmby T_double_U
$780 later and i'm back on the road. New Koyo radiator and new thermostat.
Re: 04 LGT overheating
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Fri Mar 04, 2016 9:57 pmby jslayz
Fitted at your place?
Re: 04 LGT overheating
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Fri Mar 04, 2016 10:06 pmby T_double_U
Yep, He pretty much jumped in his ute and headed straight over.
Don't tell me i got bent over on price lol
Re: 04 LGT overheating
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Fri Mar 04, 2016 10:12 pmby norbs
Not too bad mate considering coolant, labour etc.. Keep an eye on your coolant overflow and make sure your'ne not blowing or losing coolant. Top up if needed. Good luck.
Re: 04 LGT overheating
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Fri Mar 04, 2016 10:18 pmby T_double_U
Cheers mate, hopefully i don't have to trade her in :/
How are you enjoying your new found power?