Driving without radiator cover

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Sep 22, 2011 | 11:51 AM

Cheech Wizard

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Driving without radiator cover

I'm having an issue with my air duct (long story). Can I drive 1 day with the upper radiator cover removed? No harm, right?

Sep 22, 2011 | 12:38 PM

Bill Curlee

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From: Anthony TX

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Unless the outside temp is blazing HOT and you stuck in traffic, you shouldnt have an issue.

The cooling will not be 100% but shouldnt cause any issues You may see your fans run more than normal.

Bill

Sep 22, 2011 | 12:42 PM

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Never tried it, I would just watch your coolant temps like a hawk. If the fans are still attached to the rear of the radiator they should be able to "crutch" the cooling system enough I would think. Watch your temps closely, especially on the highway.

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Sep 22, 2011 | 01:42 PM

zo6_yellow

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I had a similar issue, I drove for 3 days and about 100 miles without mine and no issues. I just had an eye on my coolant temps, but nothing went wron. I reinstalled and everything is ok.

Brian

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