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Re: '39 FARMALL A OVERHEATING PROBLEM
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Posted by big fred on February 15, 1999 at 09:30:55:
In Reply to: '39 FARMALL A OVERHEATING PROBLEM posted by BRIAN MCCOMBS on February 14, 1999 at 03:28:52:
Just read an explanation a few days back of how one fellow solved the exact same problem. Turns out that if you don't mix the anti-freeze with the water before you add it to the radiator, it will not circulate, as the thermosiphon system relies on density changes between the hot and cold water to cause it to circulate. The antifreeze is lighter and just sits on top, and prevents the hot water from circulating into the radiator. Try running it with just water and see if the problem goes away. If it does, then you can drain and refill with pre-mixed water/antifreeze mixture. If I run across the post (I think it was on Tractor Talk) again I will let you know more.
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