I plan on making another trip in the next couple weeks, without the boat to
get better informed on whats happening. Then make a better informed
decision

Velma 82 1.9L AAZ  rd westy
On Aug 28, 2013 9:37 AM, "Tom Carchrae" <tom@carchrae.net> wrote:

> On the off chance you have not, try bleeding the radiator.
>
> Tom
>
>
> On Wed, Aug 28, 2013 at 6:51 AM, ralph meyermann <ralphmeyermann@gmail.com
> > wrote:
>
>> I know that I'm pushing the limits, without the head wind and warmer
>> temperatures it was running below 200 and that is where I would like to
>> try
>> and  keep it
>> under load and heat. I figure to do the radiator upgrade due to the
>> original radiator is becoming scarce
>> Velma 82 1.9L AAZ  rd westy
>> On Aug 28, 2013 7:31 AM, "kenneth wilford (Van-Again)" <
>> kenwilfy@comcast.net>
>> wrote:
>>
>> > Also, be aware that you are actually driving your van, with the new
>> > engine, at the limit of what it can handle.  A westy camper, full of
>> people
>> > and their camping gear, towing a boat is most likely maxing out your
>> GVWR
>> > (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).  Try this as an experiment, go on a trip
>> > with less people and stuff.  You should see lower temperatures because
>> you
>> > aren't pushing the vehicle.  You can't deny the laws of physics Ralph!
>>  :-)
>> >
>> > Ken Wilford
>> > John 3:16
>> > www.vanagain.com
>> >
>> >
>> > On Tue, Aug 27, 2013 at 1:21 PM, ralph meyermann <
>> ralphmeyermann@gmail.com
>> > > wrote:
>> >
>> >> Thanks!
>> >>
>> >> Velma 82 1.9L AAZ  rd westy
>> >> On Aug 27, 2013 12:05 PM, "mark drillock" <mdrillock@cox.net> wrote:
>> >>
>> >> > If you are not already running a newer radiator then that should be
>> your
>> >> > first step. Be sure to also use the 86+ fan temp switch so the fan
>> will
>> >> run
>> >> > sooner and keep your temps from shooting as high first. Putting a
>> newer
>> >> rad
>> >> > into an 82 means replacing the 82 plastic fan shroud with a later
>> metal
>> >> one
>> >> > and also changing the mounts and hoses. The metal shroud comes in 2
>> fan
>> >> > motor sizes. Both sizes were used in all years from 83-91. The larger
>> >> one
>> >> > is mostly from 86+ with factory A/C. You could use the later small
>> one
>> >> to
>> >> > keep it simple and reuse your existing fan/motor/wiring or get a
>> later
>> >> > larger fan/motor/shroud combo and do the extra wiring.
>> >> >
>> >> > These watercooled 82 vans are a small niche and not many people know
>> >> much
>> >> > about them. Some of us know too much.
>> >> >
>> >> > Mark
>> >> >
>> >> >
>> >> > ralph meyermann wrote:
>> >> >
>> >> >> My apologies was supposed to be in the 212-219 and my extra temp
>> >> sensor is
>> >> >> in the neck coming out of the head. Was wondering on the old debate
>> do
>> >> >> aluminum radiators cool better? Was thinking better fan, anyone have
>> >> any
>> >> >> cfm specs? I know its a reach but there are very knowledgeable list
>> >> >> members
>> >> >> here!!
>> >> >>
>> >> >> Velma 82 1.9L AAZ  rd westy
>> >> >> On Aug 27, 2013 11:38 AM, "mark drillock" <mdrillock@cox.net>
>> wrote:
>> >> >>
>> >> >>  When VW started installing factory turbo diesel engines they
>> increased
>> >> >>> the
>> >> >>> airflow capacity of the radiator fan assembly.
>> >> >>>
>> >> >>> You should consider upgrading to the much more powerful fan system
>> >> fitted
>> >> >>> to many of the US 86+ models. The larger motor and matching shroud
>> are
>> >> >>> simple bolt-in. Then some extra wiring MUST be done to support the
>> >> >>> greater
>> >> >>> amp draw of the more powerful fan motor.
>> >> >>>
>> >> >>> Mark
>> >> >>>
>> >> >>>
>> >> >>>
>> >>
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > --
>> > Thanks,
>> > Ken Wilford
>> > John 3:16
>> > www.vanagain.com
>> >
>>
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