What is the RIGHT way to flush my radiator/cooling system/heater core on a 1996 XJ?
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Even with all the octopus junction of hoses I have going on? If that is the case then that water actually came out clear when I flushed water through that hose.Originally Posted by djb383
The heater control valve was discontinued on '97 up......at least I thought it was. If water was squirted in the t-stat heater hose and it came out the water pump, u flushed the heater core.
What looked the worst was when I stuck the hose in the opening where the thermostat goes. It was nothing but brown water for several minutes. No goop coming out though thank goodness.
One last question and I will lay this thread to rest.
I called Auto Zone earlier this evening about a new t-stat. They have 3 different ones. A $5, $10 and $16 t-stat.
The $16 one is a fail safe type. Should I spring for that one? I was leaning towards mid-grade to save $6. Man I am a cheap skate!
I called Auto Zone earlier this evening about a new t-stat. They have 3 different ones. A $5, $10 and $16 t-stat.
The $16 one is a fail safe type. Should I spring for that one? I was leaning towards mid-grade to save $6. Man I am a cheap skate!
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i was told to get the failsafe, as it was the only 195˚ t-stat they have, the others are 160˚ and 180˚.
Just my .02 anyway.
Just my .02 anyway.