My 1997 Cadillac STS runs hot fast when driving.

Tiny
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  • 1997 CADILLAC SLS
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My car runs hot fast but every one says that it isn't the block or my head gaskets, so can it possibly be the freeze plugs or the thermostat?
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Tuesday, December 14th, 2010 AT 7:49 PM

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Tiny
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Start by replacing the thermostat and see what happens
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Tuesday, December 14th, 2010 AT 8:10 PM
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Suspect haedgasket have radiator tested for traces of exhaust NAPA sells tets kit for @$20
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Tuesday, December 14th, 2010 AT 8:11 PM
Tiny
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It will look like this:
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Tuesday, December 14th, 2010 AT 8:38 PM

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