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Old 04-23-05, 04:35 PM
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GEN2 rx7 overheats at idle
what could be the problem?
114k miles, 1991, manual.
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Old 04-23-05, 05:08 PM
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anything,
bad maintaince, owner?
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I would start with the thermostat, next check for clogged hoses or a clogged radiator... Low coolant?
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replace the thermo, take it to a shop and has the coolant system flushed, then check the FAQ section on how to check for coolant leaks, hell do a full tune up
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how much is a new radiator?
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~$300 give or take for a nice aftermarket

Otherwise, hit the FS/FT section and find someone parting out a S5 with a decent used rad.
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any good sites with the aftermarket radiator?
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