overheating

[Kelvin]

William Magliocco commented...

>Had a GTI 10 years ago with 100,000 miles on it that
>like to overheat.  Changed out the thermostat, flushed
>the coolant system, etc.  Even ran it without a
>thermostat for testing.  No luck.  really overheated
>in a hurry when I kicked the a/c on.
>
>Then I got the idea to use engine cleaner on the fins
>of the radiator AND the a/c condensor...
>...You would be surprised to see what you remove in the
>way of dirt, dead bugs, etc.  Especially true if you
>are on OEM rad and condenser coil.

Interesting suggestion. I've looked over the radiator and condenser but 
realize now that one might be unable to see a significant accumlation of 
debris, bugs, leaves, and other road trash if it was stuck well inside. 
As soon as the weather warms a bit, I'll try that, maybe using some kind 
of moderately soft bristle brush and see what turns up on the pavement 
beneath the car.

     Thanks.

Kelvin Kean