In a message dated 7/2/2005 10:36:01 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
vljahn@SBCGLOBAL.NET writes:

Howdy,

I've always noticed that the temp gage on my 85 hovers just above the  second
half of the red led. However, when I engage the heater, good things  happen
and the needle drops to evenly cover this light.. I'm not sure how many
degrees this is, but at least its in the right direction.  I think things  could be
improved if I were to flush the system.  What is the best way to  do this,
from the radiator or from  the engine.  How does one get  the thermostat to open
to do a good job.  (is that really  important?)  Any recommendations would be
appreciated.

Thanks,

Newguy

Welcome, New Guy !!!
I just called up Western Radiator, here in SLC, UT.
They wanted $75.00 to Re- Rod & clean my 90 Radiator.
But, they said that the Vanagon, was one vehicle,
that they would not remove the Radiator From.
I would have to do it myself?
Geez Louise, they drop right out of the bottom???
Anyway, in my 85, I bought an aluminum one,
in believe from the Depot, It really took care of my running,
just a little too hot all the time, problem.
As I remember, I paid $175 for it.
For the extra hundred bucks I felt it was worth it.
my 2 cents.
John C...
ps: & no, Ron wouldn't stop by & install this one for  me, either ! :o)