Re: {Chrysler 300} 300 F Engine overheating

Some of the most common causes of an overheating engine include

Low oil levels
Cooling system leaks or clogged coolant hoses. Check what Dave said about the lower hose.
Faulty water pump
Damaged or blown head gaskets or warped cylinder heads
Radiator failure or damaged radiator cap
Faulty thermostat
Water pumps, Thermostats and Radiator Caps; Most are made "Who Knows Where" and the quality may not be as good as it should.
What pressure cap are you using? The lower pressure of the cap the lower the boiling point.
Yes, a higher psi (pounds per square inch) radiator cap does indeed raise the boiling point of the coolant.
The radiator cap is a crucial component in the vehicle’s cooling system. It serves as a gateway between the radiator and the rest of the cooling system. Here’s how it affects the boiling point of the coolant:
Pressure and Boiling Point:
The boiling point of a liquid is the temperature at which its vapor pressure equals the atmospheric pressure.
With a standard radiator cap pressure setting of 15 psi, the boiling point of the coolant is increased from around 212°F (100°C) at atmospheric pressure to approximately 265°F (129°C).
When the coolant is under pressure due to an effective radiator cap, the boiling point is also raised.
Benefits of Maintaining Optimal Radiator Cap Pressure:
Prevention of Boil-Over: A properly functioning radiator cap reduces the likelihood of a boil-over situation. This prevents coolant loss, improves engine performance, and mitigates the risk of engine damage due to overheating.
Efficient Heat Transfer: When the coolant is under pressure, it becomes more efficient at transferring heat from the engine to the radiator. The higher boiling point allows the coolant to absorb extra heat without vaporizing, ensuring optimal heat dissipation and engine cooling.
Minimizing System Cavitation: Cavitation occurs when vapor bubbles form in the coolant due to low-pressure areas, resulting in localized overheating and damage to engine components. By maintaining sufficient radiator cap pressure, we minimize the risk of cavitation, thereby extending the lifespan of critical engine parts.
In summary, a higher psi radiator cap helps maintain a safe operating temperature by raising the boiling point of the coolant, preventing overheating, and ensuring efficient heat transfer within the cooling system.
All parts of the cooling system works together. If one or two of the parts of the system are not working properly you can overheat.

Charlie Valentine

On Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 03:37:40 PM EDT, Steve <sbeard2@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

Hello again from Delaware,Ohio.

Got a overheating issue.

2 weeks ago drove it 50 miles. Brought it in and it was super hot. Put a new thermostat in and temp guage was in the middle. Flushed engine today 3 times and new antifreeze.

Drove it 50 miles, temp outside 70.

Brought it in and radiator was gurgling and super hot and upper radiator hose was not the usual stuff hose.

Was steaming a little. Had radiator done within 5 years and new water pump also

Infrared temp at radiator cap 200, and engine 240.

Got a week to figure it out or a big no on driving to kokomo.

Thanks in advance.

Got a new water pump ready to go?

Thanks

Steve Beard

300 F

Delaware,Ohio

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone

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