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08-17-2008, 01:58 PM

ivor

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XJ8 OVERHEATING

I have a 4.0 V8 XJR which suddenly developed an overheating problem after a routine service (coincidence?) i have replaced the water pump and the themostat checked all hoses andthey seem ok. I have noticed that the right side hose seems to be much hotter than the left. HELP! please

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08-17-2008, 02:31 PM

rscultho

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RE: XJ8 OVERHEATING

Sounds like you need to have the radiator boiled and cleaned or replaced. Might also ensure your radiator fans are working properly

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08-17-2008, 05:46 PM

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Hey Ivor welcome to the forum.

This is posted in the wrong section, so I'll move it for you so you can can better help hopefully.

Why not write an intro in the new member section while you're at it?

All the best

Jim

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