From what I know, to burp a closed cooling system you raise the rear of the vehicle and use the 1/2" temp gauge sensor (rear/driver side of the engine) as bleeder. This sensor is very difficult for me to access. Is there an easier / better way.

 

They make an inline radiator cap fitting that goes on the upper radiator hose and kinda makes it into an open system. When your radiator blows (just a matter of time with copper/brass) swap out the open system radiator your engine was intended to operate with.

 

Missing shroud - soon missing fingers too!

 

Ok, what happens when a kid puts their hands unknowingly where there should be a protective cover? I'm sure little Timmy or little Sally will say the same thing you did...

Or someone leans over with a hoodie on and their draw strings get caught in there... I'm sure a close shave wouldn't describe it.. Just sayin..

 

Even it you don't lose fingers - the portion above the radiator is a "natural" place to put tools. When a tool slides into the fan it flies like rocket. You won't like the way you look with 3/8" ratchet sticking out the side of your head.

The shroud is there for cooling AND safety.

 

pull top radiator hose from thermostat housing fill thrue hose untill full replace hose fill pressure bottle half way start let run watch temp