Re: [DML] Overheating: Thermostat (otterstat) or Water pump or None of the Above

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It sounds like it might be a thermostat that is stuck closed. Check the water pump for bearing looseness  and that it turns freely as well. If it is OK, tighten up the fan belt to make sure that it isn't slipping.
 
If the fans come on when the the temp goes up like it use to (check the temp gauge), the otterstat should be fine. If you already bought a new one, carry it with you for an emergency.

----- Original Message -----
From: Marvin 
Date: Tuesday, November 30, 2010 1:44 pm
Subject: [DML] Overheating: Thermostat (otterstat) or Water pump or None of the Above
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

> My Delorean is overheating. I notice water is not flowing 
> through the system by observing the fluid in the water reservoir 
> tank. I was able to get the water flowing by turning on the 
> heater. The belts have been squealing, but that has been 
> occurring for months with no observable affects. I'm ready to 
> replace the otterstat, but I thought that only affects the 
> cooling fans, and the cooling fans are coming on. Is this a 
> water pump issue? Any suggestions. Thanks in advance.
> 
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