O/T S-10/ Hang on Gang......

2/2/05, 2:07 PM #1

Todd O. Cronkhite Maine Native in FL. Exile :~(
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Todd O. Cronkhite Maine Native in FL. Exile :~(

>for another day and I'll let you know the outcome of my hot S-10. It's been at the garage since Monday morning. Went down this morning and the mechanic said he knows what the deal is now, but I'm waiting until it's proven before I say anything. I do that because he changed the fan cluth on Monday and it still got hot, so I'm not taking any chances and putting out any bad dope. I think this info will be useful to other S-10 owners---like Jack for instance.

Sure appreciated all the replies and interest in this problem so I want to be darn sure to let you all know the results.

Todd O.

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2/2/05, 3:14 PM #2

Ernie Miller
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Ernie Miller Topeka

>I allways heard the main problem with viehicles is the nut behind the wheel. Change that and the problem is usualy fixed.

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2/2/05, 4:07 PM #3

Dan Donaldson
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Dan Donaldson

>Nah, the best solution is to lift the radiator cap and slide a new truck under it ;-)

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I have been woodworking for about 25 years now, and would consider myself an enthusiastic amateur. My claim to fame (or infamy) has always been fixing stuff. I spent time in the Air Force in the 60's then went to work as an electronic technician for civil service. I finally got my EE, and being fed up with the civil service nonsense, took a job with Ford Motor Company until I went with the split to Visteon last year. I got interested in music and started playing in a bluegrass band. I wanted a new guitar, and that kind of led me into woodworking. I bought some books, a few tools, and built a guitar. Luckily, I didn't know any better than to try that as a first ever project. I still play it when I get a chance, so it must not be too bad if it can live for over 20 years. After a stint in Mexico for my job, I moved into a new house and built a small shop. Since then I have been collecting tools and skills, probably more of the former than the latter ;-). Finding this site has done more for my skills and enjoyment than anything else. I have learned a lot and really enjoy the friendships that I have made here. I have been married to LOML (Lori) for 32 years now and have 6 kids. When they are all gone, I want to get a 1 bedroom house (so there is not room for them to move back in) and at least a 6 car heated/air conditioned garage for a shop. (Dream on...)

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2/2/05, 4:58 PM #4

Ernie Miller
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Ernie Miller Topeka

>you better replace that radiator cap first he is having cooling problems.

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2/2/05, 5:03 PM #5

Dan Donaldson
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Dan Donaldson

>You lift the cap, slide a new truck under it, then replace the cap. No problem;-)

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I have been woodworking for about 25 years now, and would consider myself an enthusiastic amateur. My claim to fame (or infamy) has always been fixing stuff. I spent time in the Air Force in the 60's then went to work as an electronic technician for civil service. I finally got my EE, and being fed up with the civil service nonsense, took a job with Ford Motor Company until I went with the split to Visteon last year. I got interested in music and started playing in a bluegrass band. I wanted a new guitar, and that kind of led me into woodworking. I bought some books, a few tools, and built a guitar. Luckily, I didn't know any better than to try that as a first ever project. I still play it when I get a chance, so it must not be too bad if it can live for over 20 years. After a stint in Mexico for my job, I moved into a new house and built a small shop. Since then I have been collecting tools and skills, probably more of the former than the latter ;-). Finding this site has done more for my skills and enjoyment than anything else. I have learned a lot and really enjoy the friendships that I have made here. I have been married to LOML (Lori) for 32 years now and have 6 kids. When they are all gone, I want to get a 1 bedroom house (so there is not room for them to move back in) and at least a 6 car heated/air conditioned garage for a shop. (Dream on...)

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2/2/05, 7:30 PM #6

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Anxiously waiting....

Tony - Memphis

>I'm on S10 number 2. Bought a 1990 model new, then sold it and got a 2001 new. No major problems with either. The 90 is still running strong. Sometimes I wish I had kept it! Oh well, the 2001 is much snazzier. Still have the 4.3. Shame they quit making them. Not sure what I'll get in around 8 years when its time to replace the 2001. Oh well.

Tony

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2/2/05, 10:24 PM #7

Jack Guzman from Maine
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yeah,I'm waiting

Jack Guzman from Maine

>You got my interest Todd.I learned to live with my cooling problem but if there's a cure I would be very happy.I also have an 87 with a cooling problem but no mystery there,there's a hole in the radiator.Also,that one needs a fuel pump,so until I can find someone willing to yank the gas tank,it collects snow.---Jack

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I am a carpenter by trade.Also a handyman/Jack -of-all-trades.I work around my neighborhood mostly helping people keep up their old houses.I have a fairly large woodworking shop in my house where I work with both hand and power tools. At the moment I'm focusing on Windsor chairs building.I will build most anything if needed. I'm always learning,adapting,changing trying to broaden my woodworking skills.I work mostly with hand tools in my shop but will use power if it is a better way to get the desired result. My wife,Donna,and I live in the woods of Maine with our dogs,cats,and birds. We have 5 grown kids and six grandchildren. Woodcentral has been central to my growth as a woodworker. I pass through this place every day.

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2/2/05, 10:25 PM #8

Pam Niedermayer
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Pam Niedermayer - Austin, TX

>I had a similar problem with my '84 BMW, sucker ran hot for years, had to turn on the heater to cool it down, mechanic tried everything then attributed it to the gauge. But then there was that pesky heat coming through the dash. I still don't know what caused it, seemed to cure itself after moving to Texas, guess it got bumped around a bit on the trailer.

But it's still running, still a great car, about 190,000 miles on it at this point.

Pam

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