1979 Other Chevrolet Models radiator overheating

1979 CHEVROLET
76,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KENT1986
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I have a 1979 El Camino and after I drive 20 miles it begins to overheat, overflowing into the resivoir. I have replaced the thermostat recently!
Jul 7, 2008 at 11:31 AM
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MASTERTECHTIM
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most likely a bad cooling fan clutch or restricted radiator.
Jul 7, 2008 at 11:49 AM
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