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It appears you found the culprit…me, ordering a standard flow water pump. It most likely is a coolant flow issue based on whats...
Jun 17, 2026
KDizzle
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I’m pretty sure thermostat was installed properly. Just removed. Pic attached.
Jun 17, 2026
KDizzle
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Yep, stationary break in. Middle GA. Gets hot, but not enough I’d think would factor in to my overheating issue. It’s in shop, with some...
Jun 17, 2026
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I'd finish breaking it in, no thermostat. That was a good observation on @Bennyt s part.
Jun 17, 2026
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Dont forget to buy the correct fan clutch. I just noticed i dont have the idler brace to intake that you have. Im going to have to look...
Jun 17, 2026
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Good point on fan clutch. Yes, I really like this GM serpentine setup. Very clean and relatively inexpensive…compared to aftermarket...
Jun 17, 2026
KDizzle
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As Bennyt pointed out, I have the wrong fan. I’m guessing address that first and try again? Would it still be a good idea to remove...
Jun 17, 2026
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You’re correct, I have the stock standard rotation fan, which is wrong for serpentine setup. I need a reverse rotation fan. Good looking...
Jun 17, 2026
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Stock fan attached. Some resistance when I spin it with engine off and cool. No box fan was used. Lower shroud only. Same number stamped...
Jun 14, 2026
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Just to add, could be air pocket. Drive the truck up on ramps (just the front) with the rad cap off.
Jun 14, 2026
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@KDizzle start your own thread don't bring dead threads back. I'd check belt routing 1st thing.
Jun 13, 2026
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Hello. Got an 86 K5. Originally came with a 305/TBI, but a 350/carb was installed back in 97 when I purchased. 350 block came from a...
Jun 13, 2026
KDizzle
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Hello. Having a similar issue. 86 K5, 350. Originally came with a 305, but a 350/carb installed back in 97 when I purchased. Block came...
Jun 12, 2026
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