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Old Aug 9, 2016 | 08:21 AM
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I changed the radiator but I didn't install a new radiator cap, I put the old radiator cap,
Could it be that the problem?



Old Aug 9, 2016 | 08:23 AM
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Yes.
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 08:25 AM
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Yes.
Do you think it looks is faulty ?
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 08:29 AM
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Can't tell by looking. Needs to be tested. Just replace it.
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 08:32 AM
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Originally Posted by cruiser54
Can't tell by looking. Needs to be tested. Just replace it.
Thank you so much I'll try it in.
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by inan
I changed the radiator but I didn't install a new radiator cap, I put the old radiator cap,
Could it be that the problem?




You should always replace the radiator cap when you buy a new radiator, I always say.
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 01:18 PM
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Trying my hand at electrolysis and not getting the results i figured i would.

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This charger look ok?
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 06:31 PM
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What's happenin CF.. First post in 8 months and that's kinda lame.. Hope everyone's been well! My question is whether or not goof off is going to be strong enough for the task, or if there's a better product for my needs.. As you can see the hatch glass got busted out (in if we're being technical) and I need to get the sealant off. I am going to remove as much as possible with a razor and maybe wire wheel but what's the recommended product here? Thanks y'all!

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Old Aug 9, 2016 | 07:50 PM
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pre-cleano possibly, i redid my side trim recently and that stuff was stuck hard to both the trim and the body. cleano won't harm the paint like lacquer thinner will
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Otakuinajeep
pre-cleano possibly, i redid my side trim recently and that stuff was stuck hard to both the trim and the body. cleano won't harm the paint like lacquer thinner will
Nice! Thanks.
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by RacerX
Your description really sounds like a bad/ loose connection.
However, remember that the wiring for XJ lights is to small for the amperage, SO...
There may be a breaker that gets too hot and cuts off. Check the fuse block.
Mine used to do that before I upgraded the switches, (I still need to do the Harness - but it works now)
Also - that breaker can go bad. new ones don't cost too much
He's using an upgraded harness and relays though. The only thing the factory wiring is doing is acting as a switch for the relays.

Originally Posted by cruiser54
Tip 3. Notice the pic of the troublesome connector to the front lighting.
Start there.
I actually just addressed this when I disconnected the harness to splice in the 98 turn signal bulbs.... good call.

Originally Posted by inan
I changed the radiator but I didn't install a new radiator cap, I put the old radiator cap,
Could it be that the problem?



It's literally a 5-10 dollar part for a good one... less if you use Rockauto.com or amazon. Absolutely no reason to reuse it.
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by VTJeep
As you can see the hatch glass got busted out (in if we're being technical) and I need to get the sealant off. I am going to remove as much as possible with a razor and maybe wire wheel but what's the recommended product here? Thanks y'all!
You're not going to remove that cured urethane, just try to level it as best you can.
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by VTJeep
What's happenin CF.. First post in 8 months and that's kinda lame.. Hope everyone's been well! My question is whether or not goof off is going to be strong enough for the task, or if there's a better product for my needs.. As you can see the hatch glass got busted out (in if we're being technical) and I need to get the sealant off. I am going to remove as much as possible with a razor and maybe wire wheel but what's the recommended product here? Thanks y'all! I'll post the link to imgur with the album of why it's in the state it's in.. Suffice to say I made a huge mistake.
tow strap with hooks?
Old Aug 9, 2016 | 10:30 PM
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Originally Posted by VTJeep
What's happenin CF.. First post in 8 months and that's kinda lame.. Hope everyone's been well! My question is whether or not goof off is going to be strong enough for the task, or if there's a better product for my needs.. As you can see the hatch glass got busted out (in if we're being technical) and I need to get the sealant off. I am going to remove as much as possible with a razor and maybe wire wheel but what's the recommended product here? Thanks y'all!

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I'll post the link to imgur with the album of why it's in the state it's in.. Suffice to say I made a huge mistake.
yeah forget what i said about trying the cleano, go with the other suggestion of leveling it off. found another forum post on another website about this, seems to have a decent amount of general-use information on this subject. Hope it helps.
http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/mo...d-sealant.html
Old Aug 10, 2016 | 09:40 AM
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Good looks on the gasket issue. I'll use a razor and smooth it out. So the reason my shackle is thru my window is ultimately my fault.. I let a redneck (usually they don't screw this kinda stuff up..) connect the chain from stuck vehicle thru shackle and tied the chain to itself. I'm super gentle on my rig when recovering and after I got the tension set, backed up a bit and rolled into it they separated.. I tried to put a dampener on the chain incase this happened, but I shoulda done it over my line instead.. Well live and learn right? I guess I'm a slow learner cause this happened in one day... https://imgur.com/a/Si8oH And now the repairs begin again... https://imgur.com/a/Qjqy1

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