gone through two radiators, both exploded and the green slime was in the overflow when we emptied it. was what appeared to be oil and antifreeze??? Anyone know why the darn raditors keep exploding , removed thermostat as the car is old now we are going to flush the engine
2007-05-25 12:28:59 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You have a bad head gasket
2007-05-25 12:49:08 · answer #1 · answered by Abel H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Green Slim, you will need a good flushing. As for the radiator, the radiator cap is suppose to relieve pressure above a set limit. I am thinking you have a blown head gasket or cracked head. Needs a "Block Check" to find out.
2007-05-25 19:58:37 · answer #2 · answered by epitt72 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Step 1- fix your blown headgasket.
Step 2- flush your radiator/water pump/coolant channels in the engine.
Step 3- put a new thermostat in.
Step 4- drain the engine oil, fill it, run the engine to normal operation temp, change engine oil and filter.
The oil leaking into your coolant system is causing the overpressure in your radiator.
Good luck.
2007-05-25 19:56:01 · answer #3 · answered by ifly71 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the "green slime" is clogging up the radiator, and the pressure from the water pump is causing them to blow. you should do a full coolant flush, and if the green slime continues to appear, then it's time for a new head gasket.
2007-05-25 19:33:42 · answer #4 · answered by knowitall 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have a blown head gasket and the engine combustion gasses are over pressurizing your cooling system.
2007-05-25 20:00:51 · answer #5 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋