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Drifting
Joined: Oct 2005
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From: Minneapolis MN
You probably need to pull your radiator and clean the crap out from between it and the condenser. Very common problem with C4's as they are bottom feeders...basically they suck cool air in from underneath so they're like giant vacuums sucking up road crap. Very easy fix, though.
Race Director
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From: Salt Lake City Utah
2020 C3 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
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You probably need to pull your radiator and clean the crap out from between it and the condenser. Very common problem with C4's as they are bottom feeders...basically they suck cool air in from underneath so they're like giant vacuums sucking up road crap. Very easy fix, though.
C4 owners should get a kick back on their taxes as they help keep the roads clean.
Race Director
Joined: Dec 2000
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From: El Paso Texas
How many street sweeper drivers have been layed off since the C4 hit the roads 29 years ago? 
They do, but keeping the front of the radiator clean is imperative.
Tech Contributor
Joined: Oct 2011
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From: Annapolis MD
200 is 'normal' for a 92 LT1.
At 228, my fans kick on and bring the temp down to something less.
It concerned me at first, but I learned here that these engines tend to run hot due to their emissions requirements.
Keep the radiator area clean and enjoy her.
At 228, my fans kick on and bring the temp down to something less.
It concerned me at first, but I learned here that these engines tend to run hot due to their emissions requirements.
Keep the radiator area clean and enjoy her.
Safety Car
Joined: May 2007
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From: Apple Valley MN
Also check to make sure there isn't any air in the cooling system. Hold a rag under the bleeder screw and crack it open when the engine is warm, then close it when nothing but fluid comes out.
