V8 Expansion Tank / cooling problems

[Steve Kramer]

----- Original Message -----
From: "Steve Kramer" <skramer at mac.com>
To: <quattro at audifans.com>; <v8 at audifans.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 22, 2002 8:23 PM
Subject: V8 Expansion Tank / cooling problems


> Okay, gentlemen.
>
> My v8 has been overheating again.  I know that I need to replace the fan
> clutch and radiator.  As said before the car is fine unless at long stop
> lights. (Second fan also works when a/c is on)
>
>   Previous owner said fan clutch was weak - but most likely a clogged
> radiator would be the case. Those are projects I will be doing.  But my
> immediate concern is my expansion tank is leaking.   I have ordered a new
> one from Blaufergnugen (sp) and it will come with the bleeder hose and the
> rear hoses attached tomorrow.
>
> How do I remove the sending unit ( wire and connector)  in the base of it
?
> The tank looks like it is attached by 3 screws. My guess would be to
remove
> the 3 screws, the sending unit connector and loosen up the hose leading to
> the right rear cylinder.  But how do I get this connector coming up from
the
> bottom.
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> Also I may need to replace the thermostat.  My manual says it under the
> right side intake manifold.  Do I remove the top plastic cover - and then
is
> it accessible ??  Don't know where it would be.
>
>
> Thanks,
>
>
> Steve Kramer
> 1990 V8q
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