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Old 01-28-2012, 04:51 AM
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On my 2000 XJ, Ive installed a new CSF all metal 3 row radiator that took the place of the old CSF 3 row. I used the same cap since its still new and it spun on TOO easily on the new radiator. I put the cap on the old radiator to check and it was much tighter, the way it should be. The cap is a Murray from oreilly.

Has anyone with a CSF radiator for an XJ had a loose fitting radiator cap problem? Maybe i need a different brand of cap?
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I'd just go to an auto parts store and try a new cap. Go out to your rig and try and put on the new one to see if it'll make a difference before you buy it (most auto parts stores should let you do this)
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Any time your changing parts, reusing hardware (in this case the rad cap) can be iffy... Things like suspension should always get new u bolts, nuts, etc. The new rad didn't have a cap? Huh, well either way, like a said, as often as you can, replace hardware!
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