1995 Dodge Van overheating

1995 DODGE VAN
160,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DEADREDNEON
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95 3.9 ram van 1500 overheats. new thermostst & waterpump & cap. pressure builds up in radiator to 20 lbs. after driving short distance. radiator cant't hold the pressure. could crack in head pump enough pressure to keep thermostat from opening?
Aug 1, 2010 at 1:34 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

I would be concerned that you have a partially blocked radiator, i would have it cleaned by a radiator repairer as a back flush will not be enough to clear blocked core tubes.

mark (mhpautos)
Aug 1, 2010 at 1:58 PM
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