Engine is over heating still

Tiny
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Why is my 1996 cadillac eldorado overheating? I've changed the radiator, the water pump and the thermostat also the thermostat housing/ water pump cover. Also all new hoses because I used stop leak more than once. I didn't know that at the time that Will clog the system. Live and learn
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Sunday, October 30th, 2011 AT 10:59 PM

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Tiny
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Bad move with the sealer.

The radiator may be clogged up with that junk. I suggest a radiator shop to power flush all that stuff out. Then you can start over with a pressure test for the leak. You will need a leak down test as well to verify no head gasket damage.

Roy
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Monday, October 31st, 2011 AT 12:16 AM
Tiny
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I put a brand new radiator and everything else that comes with the cooling system except fans which I think the fans timing is off or something it seems like they kick in late by the time the temp gauge is at about 2 o'clock. Could it be a relay switch or sensor. Or even a tune. Up
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Monday, October 31st, 2011 AT 1:46 AM
Tiny
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Did you get the leak down test done? I would start there

Roy
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Monday, October 31st, 2011 AT 2:23 AM
Tiny
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Yes no head gasket leaks
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Monday, October 31st, 2011 AT 2:33 AM
Tiny
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The fan not coming on could be the cooling fan sensor or the fans itself. I am still worried about the constant overheating. What temp thermostat did you use?

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Monday, October 31st, 2011 AT 8:43 PM

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