2000 Dodge Dakota cooling system

174,000 MILES • 4.7L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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STEPHEN069
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my truck was overheating, I didn't push the issue. I stopped, let it cool fill it up and went. This was one trip that took four stops and fill ups to get back home (10) miles. I have since replaced the water pump that had gone bad. problem persisted with the overheating. replaced the thermostat, problem remains. Flushed radiator with hose, water flows freely; tried the same with block with no flow although I am not sure that works (water pump probably doesn't allow that.) the overheating is accompanied by all of the water being forced into the overflow and spit out of the truck completely. I am mechanically inclined, it just for whatever reason I have always hated working on vehicles, therefore I don't have the necessary knowledge. Any info that leads to a solution for me would be heaven sent through you good people. thank you very much. Stephen Cochran
Sep 25, 2014 at 11:35 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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So when it get gets hot does it sound like hurricane of air moving when you rev the engine up?You could have a bad fan clutch.
Sep 25, 2014 at 11:43 PM
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STEPHEN069
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I guess without having specifically listening that it didn't really sound any louder than normal. thank you for the prompt response.
Sep 25, 2014 at 11:52 PM
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STEPHEN069
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would you believe that to be the most likely candidate? thank you
Sep 26, 2014 at 12:05 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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What happens is over time the fan will move less and less air so you won't notice it going bad. Its supposed to make a lot of noise and move alot of noise especially when the clutch kicks in.Thats why I asked.
Sep 26, 2014 at 2:42 PM
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STEPHEN069
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well it is Saturday morning, I have purchased and am about to install fan clutch. thank you for your help. I will send a progress report later today. thank you again, Stephen Cochran
Sep 26, 2014 at 11:02 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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I always see how much air the fan moves that's how I determine if the fan clutch is working correctly also the way it sounds.When there bad and you change them you can hear the difference.
Sep 27, 2014 at 12:29 AM
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