Overheating Jeep

Are your radiator hoses s. Ucking flat (no anti-collapse spring, some do not have them anymore)

What about your fan clutch, maybe it's messed up, and free-wheeling too much.

The Medic

That would maybe let the fan, "FREEWHEEL" more than it should (this is sorta a fuel saving feature, less HP, to move the fan) If it sorta barely moves, then air is not pulled over the radiator fins, to cool it.

Is the A/C condenser, full of crap preventing air flow?

A reputable parts store, will be able to tell you if there is a problem with it. You can compare a new one with your old one (if yours is cold) Notice any difference in the way it turns, compared to yours?

How quick does your overheat? 5 minutes, 15 miles, etc.?

Does it drop in temp, if you are at speed. Heat up at idle mostly?

For sure, is it too HOT. Or does maybe a faulty sender or temp gauge just telling you it is?

The Medic

Wait for results, before you do this, you might even ask the "Been there awhile, Mature, auto parts store feller", his opinion too, about the overheat issue. I always gather all the info I can, before I go wild with new parts.

I'm more in tune with older Jeep CJs and Ford vehicles, I answer in those forums the most, however most overheating issues are common factors found in old or new rigs.

Search for vacuum leaks also, this will make you run lean.

As far as an engine cleaning, I use Marvel Mystery Oil, substitute a quart of oil for a quart of MMO, at your next oil change, Run it until the next oil change! It will also free up tappets (hydraulic lifters) that make the annoying tapping/ rattle sound in an older engine. Like I said WAIT, till you get the overheat issue straightened out.

Is your rig still in good shape, or has it been modified and stuff disconnected over the years?

The Medic

Does the radiator still have a "fan shroud" on the engine side?

The Medic